Islay Whisky Distilleries

Ardbeg Distillery

This distillery has a very well-stocked shop and an excellent café that is a popular choice for lunch. www.ardbeg.com   Call 01496 302244 for more information.

Ardnahoe Distillery

And if you want to visit the youngest distillery then head along to Ardnahoe. A dream of a Scottish family came to fruition when its first runs of distillation began in October 2018. Head along and take part in a tour to hear the interesting story behind this new distillery. And all topped off with some tastings at the end. Furthermore, you can enjoy some food in their restaurant whilst overlooking the Sounds of Jura. www.ardnahoedistillery.com   Call 01496 840777 for more information.

Bowmore Distillery

Bowmore Whisky Distillery was founded in 1779 and is the oldest of the Islands distilleries.   A minute’s walk from our Dundonald accommodation, it is well worth a visit. Details of tour times and what’s on can be found at www.bowmore.com   Call 01496 810441 for more information.

Bruichladdich Distillery

This very active distillery has popular tours, on the road to Port Charlotte overlooking Lochindaal. A well-stocked shop with a varied choice of whisky means you can easily pick up souvenirs for loved ones. www.bruichladdich.com Call 01496 850190 for more information.
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Bunnahabhain Distillery

Probably the most remote of the island’s distilleries, Bunnahabhain is situated on the shore beside the Sound of Islay. Less peaty than other Islay malts, this as a unique flavour. Take the turning on the left before Caol Ila passing Persabus Pottery to find this distillery. However, tours by appointment only so book ahead. www.bunnahabain.com Call 01496 840646 for more information.

Caol Ila Distillery

Beautifully situated on the Sound of Islay with views to the Paps of Jura, this just up the coast from the ferry terminal at Port Askaig. Tours by appointment only so book ahead. www.discovering-distilleries.com/caolila  Call 01496 302769 for more information.

Kilchoman Distillery

Islay’s the second newest distillery on the island, being founded in 2005 and it offers a thoroughly interesting tour where you take in all stages of the whisky-making process. Five minutes from Kilchoman House and Cottages, you could easily walk if required. Its café also makes it a perfect spot for lunch. www.kilchomandistillery.com   Call 01496 850011 for more information.

Lagavulin Distillery

Next along the road heading east from Port Ellen, tours by appointment only. It is in a wonderful setting with yachts often anchored in the bay and views over to Dunyvaig Castle.  Warehouseman’s Tasting is particularly recommended. www.discovering-distilleries.com/lagavulin  Call 01496 302749 for more information.

Laphroaig Distillery

Excellent visitor centre with regular tours, which are worth booking in advance.  Whilst visiting you can become “A Friend of Laphroaig” and place your flag on your own square foot of Islay before enjoying a complimentary dram. www.laphroaig.com  Call 01496 302418 for more information.

Jura Distillery

Worth a visit even if simply for the ferry trip to Jura. The distillery is in Craighouse, the main village which is a fifteen-minute drive from the ferry.  www.jurawhisky.com Call  01496 820385 for more information.

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So if you are looking for things to do in Islay and want to find out all about Islay whisky then you are now well equipped. To find out more about our Islay whisky distilleries or if you want to know more about our Islay Cottages then get in touch with us today or call us on 07880 706 356. We look forward to hearing from you!