Bowmore Whisky Distillery Islay Scotland

Bowmore Distillery, one of the oldest in Scotland, has stood on the shores of Loch Indaal on the island of Islay since 1779. Its close proximity to the sea is vital in determining the final character of Bowmore lslay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, as is the strict adherence to the traditional production methods handed down over the years by the many generations of craftsmen. Bowmore Distillery is one of an ever decreasing handful of distilleries to produce its own floor malted barley. Bowmore Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is produced using water from the Laggan River. Having spent 2000 years percolating through the rock in the hills above, the river gathers the flavour of the rich Islay peat, the same peat that fires the Malt drying kiln. The famous Bowmore vaults are where Bowmore Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky spends nearly all of its life. For many decades it rests quietly in the damp cellars below sea level. The Spanish and American oak casks impart rich and mellow flavours to the maturing whisky. Peat, water, wood, people and tradition accumulate to create the subtle, warm smoky character of Bowmore Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky.

Bowmore Distillery is situated at the heart of Islay - in the capital, Bowmore, at the bottom of Main Street. We can promise you a unique, Islay welcome. Tours are available all year and you can stock up on your favourite malts in our distillery shop or visit the local swimming pool which is heated by excess heat from the distillery.