Whiskies from Jura, Mull, Skye and Orkney –to anyone who thinks that all malt whisky tastes the same, the Island drams are a perfect answer. The most northerly distilleries on Orkney have a smoky flavour imbued in them from the heather-covered Orkney peat moss which is burnt in the kilns. Talisker from Skye is a giant amongst malts and perhaps one of the most recognizable –an explosive effect on the palate and a wonderful, peaty sweetness on the nose. Highland Park and Scapa from Orkney have a traditional style –both silky in texture.

Distilleries:-

Isle of Jura (Isle of Jura), Tobermory / Ledaig (Isle of Mull), Talisker (Isle of Skye), Highland Park (Orkney Isles), Scapa (Orkney Isles).