This Tour is an introduction to The Botanist brand and the ethos of Bruichladdich Distillery.
Learn the story of how a reclaimed whisky still affectionately named ‘Ugly Betty’ was altered to create one of the best- selling super premium gins in the world. Learn about the distillation process and how each of the 22 hand-foraged botanicals contribute to the smooth and versatile flavour of The Botanist. The tour includes a tasting of The Botanist with a tonic and seasonal garnish of your choice.
Join the team at Bruichladdich Distillery on one of our gin tours and discover the story of how a reclaimed whisky still was altered to create Islay’s first Dry Gin. Learn about the distillation process and how each of the 22 hand -foraged wild botanicals contribute to the smooth and versatile flavour of The Botanist. Or join The Botanist Cocktail Experience for a foraged cocktail making class where you can learn about local, seasonal flavours and how to prepare simple syrups for impactful drinks.
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