5 Facts About Islay, Queen of the Hebrides

Islay is synonymous with scotch whisky. Despite there being only 10 distilleries on the island, Islay has a long whisky-distilling history, and a population devoted to preserving their culture.

The Ultimate Guide To Islay Distilleries

In this guide, I will break down each of the distilleries that have made a home on the Queen of the Hebrides, and give Islay its stellar reputation as a scotch whisky powerhouse. 

Port Ellen Distillery Finally Reopens

According to Diageo, the distillery “has been designed from the ground up to push the boundaries of innovation, experimentation and sustainability”.