The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

R&B Distillers was founded in 2014 by Alasdair Day and Bill Dobbie, who quickly established the first legal distillery on the island of Raasay in 2017. The distillery has also produced Isle of Raasay Gin, which went on sale in 2019. The inaugural whisky release from Isle of Raasay Distillery hit the shelves in 2020.

Gin 105

Gin Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 105

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 19, 2024

Innovations included a new bottling line, an updated wood quality policy, and gin distillation. So, when Diaego announced plans to restore Port Ellen (and Brora) in 2017, Islay whisky fans rejoiced. With limited funds but a lot of passion, Bruichladdich was resurrected.

Bottling 105

Bottling Whiskey Gin Scotch Whiskey 105

The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 2, 2025

Under the leadership of Leonard and his father, Ian Macleod has gone from strength to strength, acquiring the Glengoyne Distillery in 2003, Tamdhu in 2011, Edinburgh Gin in 2016, and Rosebank in 2017. This investment from Ian Macleod Distillers was a huge milestone for the company, which has resurrected The King of the Lowlands.

Gin 52

Gin Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 52

The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

A second update occurred in 2017, as the SMWS further redesigned its bottle labels to better highlight whisky styles and bottlings from different regions. SMWS Today The SMWS now bottles around 500 casks a year, diversifying its spirit range to also include single grain, world whiskies, rum, gin, cognac, and other spirits.

Bottling 98

Bottling Beer Bar Club 98