Photo via Google, Craig MandersonThe Pot Still
- Hours
- Today: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Why it’s in the log
The building's been a pub since 1867, but it only became a dedicated whisky bar in 1981, when the Waterstone family took it over and started what's now a four-decade run of expanding the shelf — past the Storries, who pushed the collection past 500 bottles, to the Murphy family, who've run it since 2011 and built the gantry out past a thousand.
There's not much décor beyond the whisky itself and a plate of homemade pies if you're hungry — it's a small, often-packed room where the point is the pour, not the surroundings. Staff will talk you through the shelf if you're not sure where to start, which matters given the size of it.
No bookings taken; turn up and find a spot at the bar, and expect it to be busy most evenings.
What people said recently
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“Very nice little traditional pub in the centre if Glasgow that stocks over 1,000 different whiskeys. Very knowledgeable staff who take the time to find out from you what sort of Whiskey you may like to try and what sort of price you want…”
“Fantastic pub in the heart of Glasgow, with an impressive selection of whiskies. We had a tasting with Iona, whose knowledge and passion were outstanding. We learned a lot, had a great time, and really enjoyed the whole experience. Highly…”
“The Pot Still is a Mecca for Scotch Whisky lovers...a 5-minute or so walk from the Buchanan Street central area of Glasgow, slightly off the beaten path, but well worth a walk to from anywhere in the world. It was recommended to us by 2…”