PAID CONTENT FOR CAOL ILA AND LAGAVULIN DISTILLERIES
Caol Ila and Lagavulin Distilleries SCOTLAND, UK
The Isle of Islay is a whisky-lover’s paradise, home to some of the world’s most revered distilleries. This remote Scottish island is famed for its peaty, smoky whiskies, rich in character and complexity. From the moment guests arrive, the distinct aroma of peat smoke lingers in the air, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience. With a wild coastline, rolling hills and vast
peatlands, Islay’s landscapes are as dramatic as its whisky. Summer is the ideal time to visit, offering a glimpse into island life at its most vibrant. In May, Fèis Ìle, the island’s legendary 10-day whisky festival, brings together distilleries, islanders and visitors for exclusive tastings, live music, ceilidh dancing and one-off whisky releases. For jazz enthusiasts, September’s Islay Jazz Festival showcases Scotland’s finest musicians in venues across the island. Even in the off-season, Islay offers plenty to discover. The island’s rich wildlife includes soaring eagles, red deer and the occasional pod of dolphins — encountered on boat trips to neighbouring Jura. The dramatic winter storms — best viewed from a distillery tasting room — add a different kind of magic.
No visit to Islay is complete without stepping
inside a distillery, and Caol Ila and Lagavulin are two must-visit stops, each offering a distinct expression of the island’s whisky heritage. Caol Ila, pronounced ‘cull-eela’, sits on Islay’s northeastern shores, offering breathtaking views across the Paps of Jura. Visitors are invited to uncover the industrious spirit that’s shaped its smoky single malts for generations, learning about the craftsmanship before enjoying a whisky flight in the tasting booths, where the panoramic seascape adds to the experience. Further south, near the ruins of Dunyvaig Castle, Lagavulin stands as a revered site for whisky aficionados. The island’s rich history and powerful peaty flavours come together in an unforgettable tasting journey, where guests can explore the 200-year-old buildings and sample four distillery-exclusive bottlings. A highlight is the opportunity to hand- fill a 20cl Lagavulin straight from the cask — an experience treasured by whisky fans worldwide.
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DON’T MISS Celebrate the island’s whisky history at the Islay Fèis Ìle festival, running from 23 to 31 May this year
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KEY FEATURES • Caol Ila Spirit of Smoke Cask Experience
• Caol Ila Immersive Flavour Journey Tour
• Lagavulin Water of Life Tasting Experience
• Lagavulin Distillery Exclusive Experience
KEY ACTIVITIES • Caol Ila Distillery • Lagavulin Distillery • Islay Sea Adventures Boat Tours
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lagavulin@malts.com
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