Robertson completes multi-million-pound distillery warehouse expansion for Gordon & MacPhail

The work is part of the company’s long-term investment into the future of the business and continued commitment to the local community.

Owners of both Benromach Distillery and The Cairn Distillery, Gordon & MacPhail created an additional three warehouses in this first phase of warehouse expansion, all led by Robertson Construction Northern.  

The completion of Warehouse 10, the most recent structure, marks the end of this phase and alone will increase maturation capacity by more than 25%. A racked warehouse covering 472m², it will be able to hold approximately 9,000 casks of Scotch whisky. 

Gordon & MacPhail will now be able to mature a wealth of single malts across its warehouse complex at Benromach Distillery, including new-make spirit from The Cairn Distillery. 

Ian Phillips, Regional Managing Director, Robertson Construction Northern, said: “We are delighted to continue our long-standing relationship with Gordon & MacPhail where we have developed a clear understanding of their business. Being the contractor of choice to deliver all three warehouses in the current phase of expansion reflects the trust earned through years of working together. Projects like this not only strengthen our partnership but also bring lasting benefit to the region through continued investment and growth.”

Jade Crotty, Head of Compliance & Infrastructure at Gordon & MacPhail, said: “At Gordon & MacPhail we are always thinking ahead to the future of the business. We continue to invest in the local and surrounding areas - through new warehouses, distilleries, and the careful refurbishment of historic buildings - to ensure our infrastructure meets the needs of today, and generations to come. 

“The new warehouse complex at Benromach Distillery is just one example of this. Increasing our maturation capacity will allow us to continue to produce high-quality single malts across our portfolio of brands for decades to come.”

Gordon & MacPhail is also investing in the refurbishment of its spiritual home on South Street, Elgin. The project, which is also being led by Robertson Construction Northern, will see the creation of a world-class visitor experience, showcasing Gordon & MacPhail’s heritage and legacy.