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Whisky words: Islay

Whisky words: Islay

Islay is the southernmost island of the Inner Hebrides and one of the recognised whisky regions as defined by the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA).


Historically, she was referred to as the “Queen of the Hebrides” due to her fertile lands which meant plenty of barley and peat, ideal for whisky making. Indeed, whisky is the second largest employer on the island after agriculture. 


Islay currently has nine distilleries (Ardbeg, Ardnahoe, Bowmore, Bruichladdich, Bunnahabhain, Caol Ila, Kilchoman, Lagavulin & Laphroaig,) and they are typically characterised by a powerful peaty, smoky flavour profile. 

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