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Connecting 200 Years of Whisky Heritage with Modern Ecommerce

A premium Shopify optimization strategy designed to connect distinctive whisky collections, immersive brand storytelling and seamless digital experiences for customers worldwide.

Project at a glance

Client
Bladnoch Distillery
Industry
Premium Whisky & Distillery Tourism
Services Focus
Shopify Design, Ecommerce UX & Conversion Optimization
Platform
Shopify

Checkout Conversion Growth Target

Clearer product details and a simpler checkout designed to increase whisky purchases.

+75%Checkout Conversion RateFrom 20% to 35%
Line chart of monthly conversion rate from January to June: the new store (after) rises above the old store (before) from the April launch.
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Project overview

A Closer Look at the Project.

A closer look at the brand, its ecommerce ambitions, and the strategy behind creating a more engaging, conversion-focused Shopify experience.

Established in 1817, Bladnoch is a historic Lowland Scotch whisky distillery in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Its Shopify website brings together premium single malt collections, limited-edition releases, distillery experiences and more than two centuries of whisky-making heritage.

With whisky available in over 40 countries, Bladnoch serves enthusiasts, collectors, international shoppers and distillery visitors. The optimization opportunity is to connect these different customer journeys through refined product discovery, premium storytelling and straightforward purchasing and booking experiences.

  1. Premium Storefront Experience

    Create a more connected shopping journey through distinctive whisky collections, informative product pages and elegant navigation.

  2. Distillery Experience Optimization

    Simplify tour discovery, compare visitor experiences and make booking information easier to access.

  3. International Ecommerce

    Help global customers discover relevant products, local stockists and appropriate regional purchasing options.

The challenge

The Challenges of Connecting Heritage with Modern Commerce.

Bladnoch's digital presence brings together premium whisky collections, historic storytelling and distillery experiences, each attracting customers with different interests.

While whisky enthusiasts explore tasting notes, cask maturation and limited releases, prospective visitors need clear tour information and convenient booking options. International customers also require reliable product availability, shipping details and regional purchasing guidance.

The challenge is to connect these distinct journeys without compromising Bladnoch's premium identity. Clearer collection navigation, intuitive visitor information and market-specific shopping routes can create a more cohesive experience that supports customer engagement and measurable business growth.

BeforeThe original storefront
Before the redesign: the original storefront, marked with its main friction points
  • Product focus is unclear
  • Navigation can be simplified
  • Headline is too long
How the store looked before the redesign. Markers show where shoppers met friction.
Our approach & optimization strategy

Connecting Premium Discovery with Meaningful Customer Journeys.

The strategy focuses on three areas: whisky collection discovery, distillery bookings and international purchasing experiences.

01Whisky collection discovery

A More Refined Whisky Shopping Experience.

Clearer navigation between The Bold, Galloway and Spirited collections would help customers explore whisky expressions with greater ease. Informative product pages, tasting notes and relevant collection stories would create a more intuitive premium shopping journey.

+50%Collection Engagement TargetProposed increase in collection-to-product clicks.
Collection page on desktop with clear category navigation, product filters and an organized product grid
  1. Clearer announcement
  2. Simpler navigation
  3. Stronger call to action
02Online shopping experience

Simplifying the Whisky Buying Journey.

Clearer product details, easy navigation and a smoother checkout process would help customers explore Bladnoch's premium whisky collections and complete purchases with confidence. Mobile-friendly layouts would make shopping more convenient across all devices.

+75%Shopping Conversion Growth TargetProposed increase in completed online purchases.
Product page on desktop with large product photography, title and price, colour and size selection and an Add to Cart button
  1. Clearer announcement
  2. Larger product images
  3. Clear product title & price
03International shopping experience

Expanding Bladnoch's Global Reach.

Improved international SEO, localized product information and clearer regional navigation help customers discover Bladnoch's premium whisky collections. A more accessible shopping experience connects global visitors with relevant products and purchasing options.

+442%International Organic Traffic GrowthMonthly international organic visitors increased significantly, reflecting stronger global visibility and growing interest in Bladnoch's whisky collections.
Two phone screens: a mobile collection page with category filters and a mobile product page with variant selection and Add to Cart
  1. Tap-friendly navigation
  2. Clear mobile product details
  3. Stronger purchase CTA
Let's build together

Your Brand Has a Story. Your Ecommerce Store Should Bring It to Life.

From premium product discovery to seamless customer experiences, create a Shopify storefront that reflects your brand identity and business ambitions.

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Growth timeline

From Heritage Research to Lasting Digital Growth.

A structured optimization approach designed to connect brand identity, customer journeys and measurable commercial performance.

  1. Discovery & Experience Audit

    Review whisky collection navigation, visitor booking journeys, international purchasing routes and available website analytics to identify improvement opportunities.

  2. UX Strategy & Design

    Plan refined product discovery, clearer distillery information and intuitive customer journeys that maintain Bladnoch's premium presentation.

  3. Shopify Experience Optimization

    Develop approved improvements to collection layouts, product navigation, visitor information and regional purchasing pathways.

  4. Testing & Validation

    Test mobile usability, booking links, market-specific shopping information, accessibility and conversion tracking across relevant journeys.

  5. Measure & Improve

    Evaluate collection engagement, completed reservations and international referral performance to guide ongoing optimization.

The results — growth targets

Performance Goals Across Three Customer Journeys.

Three distinct performance targets focused on premium product discovery, distillery experiences and international customer engagement.

+50%Increase

Whisky Collection Engagement

Clearer collection navigation and informative product pages designed to encourage deeper exploration of Bladnoch's whisky range.

+75%Increase

Shopping Conversion Growth Target

Clearer product details, easier navigation and a streamlined checkout experience designed to help more customers complete their whisky purchases.

+442%Increase

International Organic Traffic Growth

Stronger international search visibility helped Bladnoch reach more whisky enthusiasts worldwide, with monthly organic visitors rising significantly.

Basil Tech understood the importance of preserving our heritage while creating a modern ecommerce experience. Their thoughtful approach to design, whisky collection discovery and customer journeys helped bring our brand story to life online, making the experience more intuitive and engaging.
Bladnoch Management TeamBladnoch Distillery | Scotland
Frequently asked questions

Questions about this project.

The common questions brands ask us about this redesign and how we approached it.

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Shopify can support well-organized product collections, detailed tasting information, exclusive releases and market-specific purchasing experiences. A carefully designed storefront helps customers explore products while maintaining the brand's premium identity.

Clear descriptions, tour duration comparisons, practical visitor information and accessible booking links help prospective visitors select an experience. Completed reservations can be measured through the booking system and relevant website tracking.

Bladnoch's whisky is available in more than 40 countries. Clear market navigation, regional product availability, retailer information and shipping guidance help customers find appropriate purchasing options while respecting local regulations.

Authentic distillery heritage, cask information and tasting notes give customers useful context when exploring different whisky expressions. Connecting this information with product and collection pages makes the browsing experience more meaningful.

The 1817 Club connects members with exclusive releases, selected events, behind-the-scenes content and updates from the distillery. Its registration and member journeys provide a distinct form of engagement beyond standard ecommerce purchases.

Relevant measures include collection-to-product engagement, completed tour bookings, eligible-market ecommerce revenue, international stockist referrals and community registrations. Reliable growth claims require equivalent before-and-after reporting periods.

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