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Turntable Blending House is a dynamic independent bottler and whisky company based in Glasgow, founded in 2023 by brothers Ally and Gordon Stevenson. The brand was launched with a clear and ambitious mission: to flip the record on the traditional and often conservative image of blended Scotch whisky. By drawing upon their extensive industry experience, the founders sought to challenge the prevailing perception that single malts are inherently superior to blends. Their approach demonstrates that when exceptional individual components are married with care and expertise, the resulting blend can offer a depth and complexity that rivals any single malt expression on the market.

A foundation of quality and transparency

The company operates on three core pillars of quality, creativity, and transparency. In an industry where the exact makeup of blended whisky is often kept closely guarded, the brothers take a refreshingly open approach. They are fully transparent about the components of their releases, openly sharing the specific percentages of malt and grain whiskies used, as well as detailing the specific types of casks that contributed to the final flavour profile. They emphasise that they take no shortcuts, focusing heavily on rigorous wood management and premium cask selection to ensure that every bottle meets their exacting standards.

Musical inspiration and creative blends

Their approach to blending is heavily inspired by music, with many of their releases playfully named after song titles or musical concepts. Their core range features characterful expressions such as Unplugged, Bittersweet Symphony, and Smokin' Riff, each designed to explore entirely new flavour territories within the blended category. Produced in small, carefully monitored batches, these whiskies showcase the creative potential of blending when unconstrained by convention and tradition. 

## Limited tracks and collaborations
Beyond their core portfolio, the brand regularly releases limited Track expressions that push the boundaries of flavour even further. Notable releases have included blends of malts from modern Scottish distilleries combined with rare grain whisky from closed historic sites. They have also engaged in highly unusual cross-category collaborations, marrying Scotch whiskies with Irish whiskey to highlight specific, unique characteristics that bridge the two distinct distilling nations. 

Frequently asked questions

What is Turntable Blending House?

It is an independent whisky blending company based in Glasgow, founded by two brothers with deep industry experience. They specialise in creating premium, small-batch blended Scotch whiskies that challenge traditional category norms.

Why are they so transparent about their blends?

The founders believe that consumers deserve to know exactly what they are drinking. By sharing the precise breakdown of distilleries, percentages, and cask types used in each release, they aim to educate drinkers and highlight the true craftsmanship involved in the blending process.

Are their whiskies chill-filtered?

No, in keeping with their commitment to quality and flavour, their whiskies are bottled at natural colour and without chill-filtration, ensuring that all the natural oils and complex characteristics of the spirit are retained in the glass.