Some time ago, the old farmstead at Torabhaig was identified as the perfect location for a small, traditional distillery, with all the factors needed to make good, robust island whisky. We were also fortunate to start with a handsome, rugged building which just needed some love and attention.
Our 19th century steading has now been fully restored to hold gleaming copper stills and traditional wooden washbacks and should allow us to produce whisky here for the next two hundred years.
Torabhaig has been a fully operational Single Malt Scotch Whisky distillery since January 2017, the first to be built on Skye in 190 years and only the second legal malt whisky distillery ever to operate on the island.
Our first expression of Torabhaig Single Malt launched in February 2021 under the label '2017 - The Legacy Series'. By August 2021 we had launched our second expression of the Legacy Series - Allt Gleann. It is our Allt Gleann that you will taste on the tour and that we have for sale in our Whisky Shop.
Please check the booking portal on our Website for updated information on our opening hours and availability of tours. www.torabhaig.com
Our tour will take you behind the scenes into the heart of the production area and give you a unique insight into life in a working Hebridean Island distillery. As well as sharing a wealth of local knowledge and lore about a site rich in history, our guides will lead you to experience all stages of the whisky making process from grain to spirit, before concluding with a tutored whisky tasting.
Torabhaig is a working distillery therefore, there is no admission to the production area for children aged 12 and under, however, young people aged between 13 and 17 will be admitted free of charge if they are accompanied by one or more paying adults.
To allow us to ensure your comfort, enjoyment and safety within a busy working environment, all tours are limited to a maximum of 8 people. We always advise that you book your tour on-line as far in advance as you can.
Normal opening hours are Monday to Friday 10am - 5pm. The Visitor Centre offers tours of the distillery, a café and shop, combining in a warm, welcoming experience for those visiting the beautiful Sleat peninsula on the Isle of Skye.
A regular tour of the distillery lasts around 45 minutes and cost £12 per person with free admission for those under the age of 18. We do not admit children aged 12 and under to the production area.
The maximum number of people on each tour will be 8.
Updated information can be obtained on 01471 833447, by e-mailing info@torabhaig.com or on www.torabhaig.com
