Our Whisky Shop
Visit the A. D. Rattray Whisky Shop in Scotland
Experience a true Scottish whisky destination at the A. D. Rattray Whisky Shop, located on the stunning West Coast of Scotland. A warm Ayrshire welcome awaits you at our home in the beautifully restored old village school in Kirkoswald, less than an hour south of Glasgow.
Our whisky shop is a must-visit for whisky lovers, offering a unique blend of history, craftsmanship and exceptional spirits in the heart of rural Scotland.
Independent Whisky & Spirit Merchants Since 1868
Founded in 1868 by Andrew Dewar Rattray, A. D. Rattray began life as an independent grocer and tea, wine and spirit merchant. From the very beginning, our founder was renowned for his passion for the selection, maturation and blending of Scotch whisky.
Today, A. D. Rattray proudly continues as an independent Scotch whisky bottler, specialising in single cask and cask strength whiskies. Our full award-winning range is available in our whisky shop, alongside a number of exclusive bottlings you won’t find anywhere else.
We also stock whiskies from leading Ayrshire distilleries, including Lochlea Distillery and Arran Distillery, as well as expressions from our sister company, The Clydeside Distillery.
Award-Winning Whiskies & Premium Spirits
Discover our own award-winning Scotch whiskies alongside a carefully curated selection of:
- Wines and craft beers
- Gins, rums and liqueurs
- Cigars and whisky gifts
- Scottish food and local produce
Every product is personally selected, taste-tested and approved by our team, with a strong focus on independent producers from Ayrshire and across Scotland. Each bottle and product has a story to tell.
Ayrshire & Scottish Food and Drink
Staying true to our merchant roots, our shop also showcases the very best of Scottish food and drink. From artisan producers to small-batch specialists, we champion quality, provenance and craftsmanship — perfect for gifting or enjoying at home.
Whisky & Spirit Sampling Bar
Our in-store sampling bar offers visitors the opportunity to taste a selection of our whiskies and other spirits before purchasing. We also host regular brand pop-up events, where ambassadors from featured producers are on hand to share insights, stories and tasting notes.
From the Cask – A Unique Whisky
Single cask whisky is at the heart of what we do. In our shop, you can choose from a range of single cask whiskies which are personalised with your name of message handwritten on the label.
Every bottle is individually dipped in wax to seal it and then we add the label that is hand-written with all the whisky details, date bottled and your name or message — perfect for celebrations, gifts or special occasions.
Opening Hours
- Wednesday to Sunday 10am to 5:30pm
(We are closed for lunch from 12:30 -1:30pm)
Good to knowÂ
- Customer toilets with baby change facilities.
- Under-18s are welcome when accompanied by adults.
- Dog friendly - well behaved dogs are welcome inside our shop.
- Free car park to the front of our building.
Accessibility
Our car park has designated disabled parking and ramped access to the front door. We are fully accessible with level access throughout. You can view our accessibility guide here.
Getting Here
By Road
You’ll find us on the A77 in the village of Kirkoswald, approximately 14 miles south of Ayr or 50 miles from Glasgow.
By Train
You can get a train from Ayr or Girvan to Maybole followed by a 10-minute taxi or bus journey. You can find up-to-date train information and timetables on the ScotRail website by clicking here.
By Bus
You can get the number 60 bus from Ayr or Girvan to Kirkoswald with the bus stopping 100 metres from our entrance. The bus is operated by Stagecoach with information and timetables available by clicking here.
By Taxi
We are in a rural area so the availability of taxis can be limited. There are a number of local taxi companies however we strongly advise that you pre-book your journey with them well in advance.
Hannah's Taxis Maybole: 01655 883 330.
Jamie's Taxis Maidens: 01655 331 221.
Joe's Taxis Girvan: 01465 713 737.
By Bicycle
You are very welcome to cycle to us and we are located near to Route No.7 of the National Cycle Network. However please note that this route takes you partly along the A77 which can be very busy, especially with larger trucks. We would recommend following one of the quieter local routes and details of those can be found by clicking here.
Shop Online
Visit our online shop to discover exclusive A. D. Rattray whiskies available for UK delivery.
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