Hailed as the world’s most scenic whisky trail, Skye and Raasay’s award-winning distilleries are set against a backdrop of mountains, lochs, rivers and waterfalls.
Today, craft ales and unique gins are also part of the Whisky Trail alongside new and old whisky distilleries. Below are just some of our favourites, but for a full guide to the official Skye & Raasay Whisky Trail, visit https://www.skyewhiskytrail.scot/
CARBOST (CENTRAL SKYE)
50 mins drive from Mint Croft
The world-famous Talisker Distillery, the most legendary of the Skye distilleries, lies in the shadow of The Cuillin mountains. Book a tour to fully discover the history, folklore, and magic of the distillery and its whisky, or pop into the bar for an opportunity to taste and purchase your favourite bottle.
TEANGUE, SLEAT (SOUTH SKYE)
1 hr 30 mins drive from Mint Croft
Skye’s second ever distillery is much newer, having been established in 2017, yet it has developed a formidable reputation already due to its delicious and very peaty single malts. Set in a beautifully restored 19th century farmhouse, it is well worth booking a tour and tasting experience if visiting the south of the island.
CLACHAN, ISLE OF RAASAY
1.5 – 2 hr drive and ferry from Mint Croft
Launched in 2017 and rooted in centuries of illicit distilling, the Isle of Raasay Distillery produces award-winning whisky and gin. Book a tour as part of a quick trip or a full day out on the Isle of Raasay.
