The Scotch Whisky Research Institute
The Scotch Whisky Research Institute is a Research & Technology Organisation funded by Scotch Whisky companies to address industry challenges. Their team of scientists collaborates with members to conduct and apply research in their laboratories and production sites.
- Bespoke testing
- Authenticity analysis
- Quality control services
- Compositional and sensory analysis
- Technical support for whisky production
Locations
Competitors
The North British Distillery is one of Scotland's oldest and largest Scotch grain whisky producers, established in 1885 and trading in Edinburgh since 1887.
Coppercairn offers immersive whisky tours across Scotland, led by experienced professionals.
Theatre of Wine is a retailer specialising in a wide selection of wines, spirits, and beers.
Alexander Wines is an independent wine supplier based in Scotland, dedicated to providing a bespoke customer service and a carefully curated selection of wines.
Company Details
The Scotch Whisky Research Institute is operated by The Scotch Whisky Research Institute and is a Active company incorporated on 30 September 1974 with the registered office located in Currie, City of Edinburgh. The Scotch Whisky Research Institute was registered 51 years ago.
Status
Active
Size
Small
Directors
20
Age
51 years old
Employees
29
Turnover
£3.12M
Total Assets
£3.22M
Cash in Bank
£1.76M
Total Liabilities
-£572.6K
Teams
26
12
9
3
4
Chairman
Vice Chair • Joined May 2021
Analytical Services Manager • Joined May 2023
Supply Chain Sustainability Manager • Joined Aug 2022
Head Of Laboratory And Analytical Development • Joined Jan 2025
KTP Associate • Joined Mar 2025
Sensory Panel Coordinator • Joined Mar 2022
Information Technology Administrator
Technical Assistant
Research Scientist - Chromatography And Data Systems Specialist
KTP Associate • Joined Mar 2025
Research Scientist • Joined Jun 2016
Senior Scientist • Joined Dec 2017
Analytical Research Scientist • Joined Feb 2019
Analytical Research Scientist • Joined Sep 2020
Senior Scientist • Joined Apr 1996
Analytical Scientist • Joined Sep 2015
Scientist • Joined Jan 2024
Research Scientist • Joined Jun 2018
Research Scientist • Joined Jan 2023
Chairman
Vice Chair • Joined May 2021
Analytical Services Manager • Joined May 2023
Supply Chain Sustainability Manager • Joined Aug 2022
Sensory Panel Coordinator • Joined Mar 2022
Technical Assistant
Sensory Scientist • Joined May 2017
Scientist • Joined Jan 2024
Sensory Scientist
Sensory Panel Coordinator • Joined Mar 2022
Information Technology Administrator
Secretary
Head Of Laboratory And Analytical Development • Joined Jan 2025
Research Scientist - Chromatography And Data Systems Specialist
Whisky Scientist • Joined Apr 2020
Product Protection Research Scientist • Joined Oct 2023
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