From the Fairway to the Stillhouse
Our story starts where many great golf tales do: on the course.
Doug Clements, a local caddie at Kingsbarns Golf Links, spent years walking beside players from all over the world. He listened to their stories, saw their passion, and noticed a surprising gap — while the golf in Fife was world-class, there wasn't a local distillery where visitors could enjoy a dram that truly reflected the region.
Doug dreamed of giving golfers just that — a welcoming whisky experience just a short drive from the 18th green. With determination and support from the Wemyss family, that dream came to life in the form of Kingsbarns Distillery, now a must-visit stop on any St Andrews golf tour.
Introducing the 19th Hole Tour
Every great round deserves a memorable finish. That's why we created the Kingsbarns 19th Hole Tour — a specially designed distillery experience just for golfers and golf lovers.
Whether you've just walked off the Old Course, played Kingsbarns Links, or ticked another gem off your Fife golf itinerary, our 19th Hole Tour is your perfect post-round reward.
Here's what to expect:
- A guided tour of our working distillery, tailored with golfers in mind
- An in-depth look at how we craft our award-winning lowland single malts
- A tasting of three Kingsbarns whiskies — including exclusive expressions
- A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where golf and whisky stories flow freely
This isn't just a whisky tasting — it's a celebration of the 19th hole done right.
The Golfer's Distillery
What makes Kingsbarns truly unique is how closely whisky and golf are woven together here. From the views of the surrounding Fife coastline to the hands that built it — many of them local golf lovers — everything about this distillery feels made for the golf traveler.
We're just:
- 15 minutes from St Andrews
- 5 minutes from Kingsbarns Golf Links
- A scenic drive from Crail, Dumbarnie, Elie, and other classic courses
So whether you're chasing par or memories, Kingsbarns is your ideal off-course stop.
The Single Malt of St Andrews
As The Single Malt of St Andrews, we're proud to represent the game's spiritual home in every bottle. Whether you're here for The Open, a week-long tour of Fife's finest links, or a single unforgettable round, your visit isn't complete without a stop at the 19th hole — our kind of 19th.
Book your 19th Hole Tour today, and discover the dram that was inspired by the game, built by a caddie, and matured in the heart of golfing country.
Slàinte —
The Kingsbarns Team