Bowmore Unveils Captivo Collection In Collaboration With Snarkitecture
What happens when Islay’s oldest distillery teams up with a New York design studio? Bowmore’s Captivo Collection reveals two 20-year-old single malts worth exploring.
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The Islay Spirits Company Enters Rum Distribution Deal with Kirsch Import
What happens when Islay’s first dedicated rum distillery meets Germany’s most trusted premium importer? A landmark deal that could redefine peated rum abroad.
Bruichladdich Greener Still 15 Year Scotch Unveiled
Can barley make whisky greener? Bruichladdich’s Greener Still shows how organic, biodynamic and Bere crops shape a 15-year Islay malt.
Kilchoman Distillery Debuts Family Collection
What happens when a family spends two decades crafting Islay whisky? Kilchoman’s first Family Collection reveals the answer—including its oldest release ever.
Laphroaig 15 Year Old Returns as Permanent Release
After more than ten years away, Laphroaig’s legendary 15 Year Old is back for good. What makes this mellowed Islay malt worth the £85 price tag?
Bruichladdich Celebrates Yellow Submarine III Launch at Sub Club
What happens when an Islay distillery teams up with Glasgow’s most legendary nightclub? Bruichladdich’s Yellow Sub Club delivers a cult whisky revival worth toasting.
Islay Rum Distillery wins SFWSC 2026 Double Gold
Can a rum taste like Islay whisky? Discover how The Islay Rum Distillery’s peated-cask Barrel Aged rum earned 98 points and Double Gold at SFWSC 2026.
Big Peat Rteurns For Fèis Ìle 2026
What happens when Big Peat meets Pedro Ximénez sherry casks to mark Fèis Ìle’s 40th anniversary? A smoky, sweet cask-strength Islay celebration like no other.
Laphroaig & Bowmore Release Limited Whiskies for Fèis Ìle 2026
What happens when Laphroaig’s peat meets French oak for the first time ever? Two iconic Islay distilleries unveil rare bottlings for Fèis Ìle’s 40th anniversary.
Bruichladdich Fèis Ìle 2026: PC5 & OBA Redux
Which two “Redux” single malts is Bruichladdich launching for Fèis Ìle 2026—and when can you buy PC5 and OBA on Islay?
Bunnahabhain An Cuan Garbh No.1: White Port Finish
What happens when Islay sea air meets White Port casks? Bunnahabhain’s An Cuan Garbh No.1 reveals the answer in a bold new Westering Home release.
Port Askaig 100 Proof Returns With New Sherry Cask Release
Why did Port Askaig discontinue its acclaimed 100 Proof — and what finally brought it back alongside a brand-new Sherry Cask expression for the core range?
Laggan Bay Distillery Fills First Cask of Islay Whisky
What happens when a new family-owned distillery rises on Islay’s Atlantic coast? Laggan Bay has filled its first cask — and it’s not trying to replicate anyone.
The Land of Peat: The Best Islay Whiskies Under £100
The Beginner’s Guide To Drinking Islay Whisky Islay has long been known for the production of fantastic peated whisky, and the region is well-loved by whisky fans everywhere. There are currently nine active distilleries on Islay, with one pending reopening (we are looking at you, Port Ellen), and the distilleries are famous for producing peaty […]