Esker Story

Esker was Aberdeenshire’s first craft distillery, founded by Steve and Lynne Duthie.

We were primarily interested in the distillation process - how do flavours work to complement each other?  What makes a good spirit, what makes a great one? In making our own spirits, our concept was simple: we want to create classic spirits with enhanced flavours that are complemented by mixers and garnish, not defined by them.

In 2015 an empty workshop at the bottom of the garden became the first Esker distillery. In late summer 2016, Esker’s popularity meant we needed to expand and the search began for new premises and in early 2017 the distillery moved to the beautiful Kincardine Estate.

It all comes down to taste and we pride ourselves on the distinctive flavours. Silver birch sap is our key ingredient. Esker’s are the first Scottish spirits to use the botanical and it gives a uniquely silky, luxurious texture to the spirits. Our fruit spirits are made with real fruit and this shines through in the finished product.