Talisker Distillery on the Isle of Skye with the Cuilin Mountains in the background
From shore to moor, up craggy hills or down to the coast, any adventurer to Skye, the largest of Scotland’s Inner Hebridean archipelago, will be beguiled by the natural wild beauty on this magical island. Shrouded in Norse folklore and famed for its unique smoky whisky, a visit to the misty isle is a treat for the senses.
One of the main attractions for visitors to Skye is to sample the delights of its whisky. Talisker, the world-famous single malt, is made at the distillery of the same name on the west coast of the island. Known for its smoky saline notes, it has been the flagship flavour from Skye since 1830.
A decade ago Torabhaig distillery opened in the south of the island, breaking the century-long dominance of Talisker. The spirit from this young upstart packs a peaty punch with subtle hints of citrus zest, vanilla and floral heather, expanding the breadth of offering on Skye for those who love a wee dram.
Torabhaig whisky
Distillery tours
Both distilleries offer visitor experiences year-round, with Talisker open Monday to Sunday 10am-5pm, offering tours and tastings at its newly refurbished visitors’ centre. A 30-minute tasting costs £15 per person. For a special 90-minute experience where visitors can draw whisky straight from the cask, the cost is £150 per person.
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