Lochindaal Distillery was a purpose-built distillery on the Rhinns of Islay which survived in the 20th century. Located in the heart of Port Charlotte village it was constructed for its first licensee, Colin Campbell, in 1829. He only held onto it … [Read more...] about Lochindaal Distillery Port Charlotte
Islay Whisky
Laphroaig and Lagavulin Water Dispute
The Laphroaig and Lagavulin Water Dispute... A lovely bit of Islay History from a time when whisky distilling was in its infancy, life was hard and competition tough! The name Laphroaig is Gaelic and means “The beautiful hollow by the broad bay”. … [Read more...] about Laphroaig and Lagavulin Water Dispute