Harris distillery
Harris Distillery is a Scotch whisky distillery located in the Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides, Scotland. It is known for its production of single malt whisky and Harris Gin, both of which have gained international recognition for their quality and unique characteristics.
History[edit | edit source]
The Harris Distillery, also known as the Isle of Harris Distillers Ltd, was established in 2015. It is the only distillery on the island and was founded with the aim of boosting the local economy and promoting the culture and heritage of the Isle of Harris.
Production[edit | edit source]
The distillery produces single malt whisky and gin. The whisky is made using local barley and the unique water of the Isle of Harris, which is known for its purity. The gin, known as Harris Gin, is infused with local botanicals, including sugar kelp, which gives it a distinctive taste.
Products[edit | edit source]
Harris Single Malt Whisky[edit | edit source]
The Harris Single Malt Whisky is a premium whisky that is aged in oak casks. It has a rich, complex flavor with notes of fruit, spice, and smoke.
Harris Gin[edit | edit source]
Harris Gin is a popular product of the distillery. It is made using a variety of botanicals, including juniper, coriander, angelica root, orris root, cubebs, bitter orange peel, and sugar kelp. The sugar kelp is hand-harvested by a local diver from the underwater forests of the Outer Hebrides.
Tourism[edit | edit source]
The Harris Distillery is a popular tourist destination. It offers guided tours that provide insights into the distillation process and the history of the distillery. Visitors can also sample the distillery's products in the tasting room.
See also[edit | edit source]
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