Ardnahoe
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Islay’s newest distillery, opened in 2019 by long-established independent bottler Hunter Laing. The visitor centre has some of the best views on the island across the Sound of Islay.
Ardnahoe is Islay's newest distillery — opened 2019 by independent bottler Hunter Laing — with some of the best views on the island looking across to the Paps of Jura. The spirit is young and heavily peated, with the worm tub condensers creating a heavier character unusual in newer Scottish distilleries. First releases have been well-received. The visitor centre is outstanding for a new operation.
Visiting Ardnahoe
Contact distillery
Port Askaig, Isle of Islay
PA46 7RN
- Shop
- Café/Restaurant
- Parking
Core range
Inaugural Release
50% ABV · Bourbon + oloroso + Pedro Ximénez; peated
Islay's 9th distillery — Hunter Laing's first own-distilled whisky. The inaugural release is sherry-influenced peated Islay.
- Nose:
- Peat, oak, soft sherry, dried fruit.
- Palate:
- Layered — peat, sherry, oak, gentle baking spice.
- Finish:
- Long, smoky, drying.
Food pairings
| Whisky | Food | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Smoked fish or BBQ |
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Where to eat nearby
- Port Askaig HotelHotel/Bar
- Ardnahoe visitor centre caféCafé
Where to stay near Ardnahoe
Ardnahoe is the newest distillery on Islay (2019), on the north coast overlooking the Sound of Islay. Port Askaig is 4 miles south; Bunnahabhain is 4 miles west along the coast. The distillery has a café with panoramic views. Port Askaig Hotel is the logical overnight base for this corner of the island.
Where to stay near Ardnahoe
Hotels, B&Bs, and self-catering within easy reach of Ardnahoe.
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Location
Port Askaig, Isle of Islay, PA46 7RN
View on map →Frequently asked questions
+Is Ardnahoe worth visiting?
Yes — the views are among the best on Islay, and the Hunter Laing family are passionate about the island. The café is excellent.
+When was Ardnahoe founded?
2019 — making it Islay's newest distillery.
+Where is Ardnahoe distillery?
Ardnahoe is in Islay. Postcode PA46.
+When was Ardnahoe distillery founded?
Ardnahoe was founded in 2019, making it roughly 7 years old.
Compare with similar distilleries
Most similar philosophy to Kilchoman (new Islay farm distillery). Views and setting rival any distillery in Scotland.
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