What links here related changes upload file special pages permanent link page. Find out how we use your information please enter your details to make it easier for us to help you further. That would make a tour of the scottish distilleries a lot easier. Discover over 120 scottish whisky distilleries with our interactive whisky map. But a whiskys unique flavor lies in the different ingredients, stills and techniques used by each distillery.
More information find this pin and more on scotland by jennifer yates. These are highland, lowland, speyside, islay and campbeltown. Ardbeg, bruichladdich, bunnahabhain, caol ila, kilchoman, lagavulin, laphroaig and of course, bowmore. The island of islay is home to no fewer than eight whisky distilleries. Whisky map of scotland collins pictorial maps collins maps on. As a result, canadian whisky, for example, is a whole different animal from scotch whisky, irish whiskey, and americanstyle whiskeys such as tennessee, bourbon, and straight rye.
Whisky word map designed using distillery names from around the country a unique and detailed typographical scotch whisky map with a few popular terms associated with whisky distilling. The rich and colourful history of malt whisky has resulted in hundreds of inactive distilleries closed demolished dismantled silent across the various whisky regions. Moving towards the richer side of the map, subtler nutty, barley and biscuity flavours start to come through. So, in 1995 i published a few pages about malt whisky. The castles map and guide is a 48page booklet with a doublesided foldout map highlighting more than 800 of scotland s finest castles and fortified houses. Islay pdf files isle of islay scotland islay info mobile. Scotland is a country in europe and is part of the island of great britain europes largest island alongside england, wales and northern ireland.
Its strength springs in part from the diverse strands that make up its background, including european mainstream cultures. Booklet scotlands distilleries whisky map page 03 from 36 distilleries working. However, the highlands is the largest whisky producing area in the whole of scotland, and diverse distillers here are architects of differing crafts. This historical limited edition print is replicated from the rare 1902 edition of the distillery map of scotland. And there are around 200 scotch whisky distilleries out there. The new map of the whisky distilleries in scotland scotch. This site is optimised for android, iphone, ipad and other mobile devices. Originally, scotland broke down into four officiallyrecognised whisky regions. Map of the whisky distilleries of scotland book master. On the vertical axis, whiskies are plotted as to how smoky or delicate they are, while the horizontal axis plots whiskies on. Designer kevin sheehan says i wanted to create a map that beautifully captured the essence of whisky, not just showed the geographic location of every distillery the maps included information and imagery about the manufacture of whisky and even an.
Permission is granted to copy, distribute andor modify this document under the terms of the gnu free documentation license, version 1. Distillery map scotland is home to over malt and grain distilleries, making it the greatest concentration of whisky production in the world. Take this handy clowns pocket sized map with you and drink your way from highland park to ardbeg. Dec 09, 2018 list of whisky distilleries in scotland metadata this file contains additional information such as exif metadata which may have been added by the digital camera, scanner, or software program used to create or digitize it. So the six distinct whisky regions in scotland, each with their own characteristics, are the highlands, islands, lowland, islay, campbeltown and speyside. The maps below indicate the locations of both working and closed distilleries. In creating the malt map of scotland, we have endeavoured to pinpoint all active single malt and grain distilleries that are producing whisky in scotland today. The best interactive map of the distilleries of scotland i. Many distilleries welcome visits by members of the public. This paper presents economic facts and figures about scotland s brewing and distilling sectors, with the objective of aiding policy scrutiny and developments in these sectors.
The whisky map and guide is a 32page booklet with a singlesided foldout map including more than 100 distilleries with details of public access, visitor centers, and websites. Malt madness about scotch malt whisky all about scotch whisky. List of whisky distilleries in scotland metadata this file contains additional information such as exif metadata which may have been added by the digital camera, scanner, or software program used to create or digitize it. Read download whisky map of scotland pdf pdf download.
Scotland is bordered by england in the south, the sea of the hebrides, the atlantic ocean and the north sea. This map includes a representative sampling of the better scotch whisky distilleries, and some that are included in areas where there are few distilleries. A comprehensive guide to scotlands whisky regions man. Over time slightly different production methods have developed which has led to distinct varieties. Highlands, lowlands, isle of islay, and campbeltown. Indeed, the whiskies of this wilderness are typically bold, powerful and peaty. Although there are only around 100 scotch whisky distilleries in scotland, there are. The flavour map makes it easy to identify where the subtle similarities and distinct differences can be found, so you can explore the whisky landscape with confidence. This needs to be a large format pdf, i want one for my wall. The background map is a raster image embedded in the svg file. Especially in the usa, india and japan it has become very popular. Jun 05, 2019 the manufacture of each of these types of whiskyey is guided and regulated by the government of the spirits country of origin.
Weve also compiled regional whisky distillery maps. When closure happens, normally the equipment is dismantled and sold off, so its very unlikely that the distillery could reopen in its usual form. Where fine spirits meet what youre about to learn here what is whisky. Campbeltown, hooglanden, islay, laaglanden en speyside. That raised the tally of unique regions to five, according. Legend has it that the highlanders were in greater need of whisky than the other parts due to the long, gruelling winters and unpredictable agricultural seasons. Scotland whisky distillery map wandering spirits global. Click on the distillery pin, then click on the arrow icon next to the distillerys profile. Practical information about the isle of islay off the west coast of scotland.
In the pdf file youll find the characteristics of each of these distilleries including a map of the island. Production we have 16 speyside distilleries in total, and they share the region with a number of independents. Manuscript maps has produced a stunning map of the whisky distilleries of scotland. Teeming with history and intrigue, this majestic land is also a traditional scotch whisky region. Whisky distilleries scotland tasting map the scottish whisky landscape in. Brewing and distilling in scotland economic facts and. Whisky map of distilleries in scotland malt madness. Win an interactive whisky map of scotland closed world. Clicking on a label will open the full distillery profile on malt madness. On the vertical axis, whiskies are plotted as to how smoky or delicate they are, while the horizontal axis plots whiskies on their light or rich qualities. Our interactive scotland distillery map will help you navigate all the distilleries in scotland. Compare at a glance the smoky and the rich, the light and the delicate, see where to begin and where to go next on your journey. The rugged terrain and remoteness of the surrounding land served as a dream location for early malt distillers many moons ago.
Restricted to 350 copies this unique window upon the industry of fifty years ago is offerd for sale numbered and tubed. Whiskydistilleerderijen in schotland visitscotland. Thankfully, there are often still rare stocks of whisky from such distilleries maturing in bond which are bottled and later sold, usually by independent bottlers and at premium prices. Size 24ins x 36ins, 609 mm x 914mm following the success of the limited edition distillery map of scotland 1902 a further map has been secured that depicts the industry in the 1960s. A single malt scotch whisky is matured spirit which is the product of a potstill distillation process from an individual scotch whisky distillery and which has been matured in oak casks in controlled conditions in a warehouse in scotland. Scottish government local authority map of scotland.
Where can i download the pdf format of rick steves scotland. Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring scotland ricks st. The manufacture of each of these types of whiskyey is guided and regulated by the government of the spirits country of origin. Pdf whisky map of scotland download full pdf book download. Moving the mouse over a distillery label on the map will reveal some basic information. The tasting stability and storage whisky as an investment whisky is a spirit with an incredibly large taste variety. The highlands are a truly enchanting area of scotland. You can move the map around by dragging it with your mouse, or by using the arrow keys on your keyboard. Rick steves scotland whether you take the high road or the low road, with rick steves on your side, scotland can be yours. Kentucky bourbon distilleries map new scotland s distilleries map with all.
This is an incomplete list of whisky distilleries in scotland. Whisky distilleries and regions in scotland updated. S cratching lottery tickets is fun, but lets face it your chances of winning arent great. Browse the listings in our scotland s whisky map below to learn more about our distilleries and find a behindthescenes whisky tour near you.
Below is a selection of malt whisky distilleries by region. Scottish tours scottish clans whiskey tour scotch whiskey scotland map scotland travel whisky map whisky club malt whisky a selection of map illustrations by illustrator, nigel owen. The scottish isle of islay, also referred to as queen of the hebrides, has 9 working whisky distilleries, stunning scenery, amazing wildlife, fabulous beaches and a lot more. The map pinpoints the location of all the distilleries of the day and is surrounded by advertisements placed by the distilleries, many of whom, sadly, are no longer in existence. The print restricted to 350 copies comes supplied in. Scotlands brewing and distilling sectors play a vital role in the scottish economy, permeating many facets of scottish society. The new map of the whisky distilleries in scotland. Whisky distilleries scotland poster 42x60cm standard edition. Use the scotland whisky distillery map to get directions to the next distillery on your tour.
Scotch whisky is whisky distilled and matured in scotland. This map shows cities, towns, airports, ferry ports, railways, motorways, main roads, secondary roads and points of interest in scotland. The 1902 distillery map of scotland whisky gift shop. These map illustrations have been commissioned by a variety of clients in the uk and the us over the last 10 years. These are islay, speyside, highland, lowland and campbeltown. Whisky has its origins in scotland and ireland from where it conquered the whole world. As a result, canadian whisky, for example, is a whole different animal from scotch whisky, irish whiskey, and american. Over half of scotlands malt whisky distilleries are found in the lush, rainwashed valley of the river spey. Harrys incomplete guide to independent bottlers of single malt scotch whiskies a guide to the source of bottles by harald kirsch version 4.
Schotland is verdeeld in vijf whiskyproducerende regios. The single malt whisky flavour map has been prepared and endorsed by the independent whisky expert dave broom, together with our master blenders, as an aid to navigating the many spirits scotland has to offer. Heres a link to, seriously, the coolest interactive map of the distilleries of scotland ive ever seen. The 4 colour maps and guides in this pack give details of all the malt whisky distilleries by region as defined by the scottish whisky association. One can only hope that benchmark producers like rosebank and port ellen will one day, in the future, be revived. Booklet scotland s distilleries whisky map page 03 from 36 distilleries working. Booklet scotlands distilleries whisky map page 03 from. This map shows cities, towns, airports, ferry ports, railways, motorways, main roads, secondary roads and. The 1960 distillery map of scotland whisky gift shop. This remote area has more whisky distilleries than any of the other whisky areas of scotland. A closed distillery is one which has been permanently closed down, probably because it was uneconomical to run at the time of closure.
Where a whisky is made can have a huge bearing on its flavour, everything from the source of the water to the presence of peat in the local area will come through in the taste. Home to the greatest concentration of distilleries in the world, scotland is divided into five distinct whisky regions. Scotland, create differences between scotch whisky and other whiskies. Although there are only around 100 scotch whisky distilleries in scotland, there are thousands of different brands of scotch whisky each with its own character. Whisky find out more information about whisky, how its. Scotch whisky distillery map scotland is home to over 120 malt and grain distilleries, making it the greatest concentration of whisky production in the world read more. Scotland is home to over malt and grain distilleries, making it the greatest concentration of whisky production in.
On the original map, various distilleries were positioned. Scotlands culture and customs remain remarkably vigorous and distinctive despite the countrys union with the united kingdom since the early 18th century and the threat of dominance by its more powerful partner to the south. Oct 11, 2018 scotland s brewing and distilling sectors play a vital role in the scottish economy, permeating many facets of scottish society. Speyside was eventually brought into the fold and with good reason, as it has the countrys largest number of distilleries. The practice of distilling whisky has been lovingly perfected throughout scotland for centuries and began as a way of turning rainsoaked barley into a drinkable spirit, using the fresh water from scotland s crystalclear springs, streams and burns. The emotive language of a representative from scotland highlights more than the natural strength. Whisky find out more information about whisky, how its made, what foods to pair it with and more. This old malt madness site has been seen quite a few different designs, layouts and navigation structures over the past two decades. The flavour map has been prepared and endorsed by the independent whisky expert, dave broom, together with diageo scotland limited. Scotch distilleries of the finest scotch distilleries.
The maps show the location all working malt whisky distilleries plus the closed or silent distilleries, the grain distilleries and. A copy of the license is included in the section entitled gnu free documentation license. Scotlands distilleries map with all whisky distilleries in scotland 5. This list gives an overview of the most interesting andor popular distilleries and the possibilities for a guided tour. Whiskies from the highland distilleries cant be summarised in a single sentence. Scotland is located in the northern region of the united kingdom, which is off the north western coastline of continental europe. Again,a number of whisky distillers have advertised their product around the map of scotland and this limited edition print run compliments the map of 1902,being produced to the same dimensions609mmx914mm. Also find information on the five whiskyproducing regions and distillery tours. The harsh scottish weather enabled them the freedom to illicitly and freely brew whisky without any unwanted distractions.
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