Tobermory Distillery

Tobermory Distillery, founded in 1798 by John Sinclair, is located in the town of Tobermory on the Isle of Mull. It is one of Scotland’s oldest commercial distilleries and the only one on the island. The distillery produces both unpeated and peated single malts under the Tobermory and Ledaig brands.

The distillery uses water from the Gearr Abhainn, a source with naturally peated water, adding a unique character to its whisky. Tobermory operates a semi-lauter mash tun made of stainless steel and Oregon pine washbacks. Four pot stills, heated by steam, benefit from S-shaped lyne arms, which increase reflux and add complexity to the spirit. Tobermory whisky is non-chill filtered and bottled at 46.3% ABV, preserving its natural flavor.

Core expressions include the Tobermory 12-Year-Old, known for its fruity and floral character with notes of ginger and aniseed, and the Ledaig 10-Year-Old, which combines peat smoke with malty and maritime aromas. The distillery also releases limited editions and special finishes, such as the Tobermory 21-Year-Old and the Ledaig 18-Year-Old.

Visitors to the distillery can explore its history and production through guided tours and tastings. Additionally, the distillery produces Tobermory Gin, featuring botanicals like juniper, heather, and sweet orange peel, with a splash of new make spirit for a unique flavor.