Where is Bruichladdich?

Bruichladdich is located in Bruichladdich (Islay) Islay (Inner Hebrides), Scotland United Kingdom.

What does Bruichladdich produce?

Bruichladdich produces or represents products such as Islay distillery, Single malt Scotch whisky, Islay gin, Sustainable producer (B Corp).

Where can I buy products from Bruichladdich?

You can buy products from Bruichladdich directly on Bottle of Italy, on the dedicated producer page.

Distillery

Bruichladdich

Q: What raw materials does Bruichladdich use?

barley - 100% Scottish (traceable), Islay spring water, neutral wheat spirit (wheat) - base for The Botanist (indicated in the sources for the gin)

Explore the spirits, production style and story of Bruichladdich.

Producer of whisky and gin based on the island of Islay (Scotland). Known for its single malt expressions (Bruichladdich, Port Charlotte, Octomore) and for the gin The Botanist, the brand places strong emphasis on barley traceability, the concept of terroir and sustainable practices (B Corp certification).

Islay distillery Single malt Scotch whisky Islay gin Sustainable producer (B Corp)

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What to know about Bruichladdich

Type Distillery

Region Bruichladdich (Islay) , Islay (Inner Hebrides), Scotland , United Kingdom

Founded 1881

Products from 11

Historic site on the island of Islay; production of three whisky lines (Bruichladdich, Port Charlotte, Octomore) Strong focus on terroir and barley traceability (commitment to 100% Scottish barley) Producer of The Botanist, a gin made with 22 hand-foraged botanicals Modern relaunch occurred in 2001 B Corp certification (mentioned by the producer)

Producer range

Producer range Bruichladdich

Spirit categories

Islay distillery Single malt Scotch whisky Islay gin Sustainable producer (B Corp)

Representative products

Whisky Bruichladdich 2013 70cl - Tube Whisky Bruichladdich 8 Years The Laddie 70cl - Tube Whisky Bruichladdich Scottish Barley Peated 70cl - Tube Gin The Botanist 1 L

Raw materials

barley - 100% Scottish (traceable) Islay spring water neutral wheat spirit (wheat) - base for The Botanist (indicated in the sources for the gin)

Casks and ageing vessels

bourbon sherry wine casks cognac casks

Distillation and production

Production method

Slow fermentations in wooden washbacks and distillation in pot stills with tall, narrow necks, aiming to preserve cleanliness and complexity of the new spirit (mention of 'trickle distillation' and an unfiltered approach). Gin production includes maceration/infusion of botanicals and, for some expressions, a period of cask rest (cask-rested).

Distillation

Distillation in pot stills with tall, narrow necks, with slow fermentations in wooden washbacks; for gin, maceration/infusion of botanicals followed by distillation; some methods aimed at preserving character without chill-filtration or added colour.

Ageing

Maturation in various casks (warehoused on the island), using different wood types and quality finishes; some gin editions are rested in casks (cask-rested).

Producer history Bruichladdich

Originally built in the late 19th century, the historic Bruichladdich complex was rebuilt and relaunched in the early 2000s. After periods of closure in the 20th century the distillery was revived by a relaunch team in 2001; in 2012 it became part of the Rémy Cointreau group. In recent years it has developed barley origin programmes and terroir research, and launched the gin The Botanist.

Production philosophy

Strong focus on raw material provenance (100% Scottish barley), close relationships with local farmers and the application of terroir to whisky. Commitment to responsible and sustainable practices, measured through social and environmental impact certifications.

Territory

Islay (Inner Hebrides), Scotland

Bruichladdich

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Casks and ageing vessels

Distillation and production

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Distillation

Ageing

Producer history Bruichladdich

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Bruichladdich

Products from Bruichladdich

Whisky Bruichladdich 8 Years The Laddie 70cl - Tubo

Scotch Whisky Octomore 16.2 70cl - Astucciato - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky Octomore 16.1 70cl - Astucciato - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky Organic 70cl - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky The Classic Laddie 70cl - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky Bere Barley 70cl - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky 18 Anni 70cl - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky Octomore 14.1 70cl - Astucciato - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky Octomore 15.1 70cl - Astucciato - Bruichladdich

Whisky Bruichladdich Scottish Barley Peated 70cl - Tubo

Whisky Bruichladdich 2013 70cl - Tubo

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Producer range Bruichladdich

Spirit categories

Representative products

Raw materials

Casks and ageing vessels

Distillation and production

Production method

Distillation

Ageing

Producer history Bruichladdich

Production philosophy

Territory

Bruichladdich

Products from Bruichladdich

Whisky Bruichladdich 8 Years The Laddie 70cl - Tubo

Scotch Whisky Octomore 16.2 70cl - Astucciato - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky Octomore 16.1 70cl - Astucciato - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky Organic 70cl - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky The Classic Laddie 70cl - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky Bere Barley 70cl - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky 18 Anni 70cl - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky Octomore 14.1 70cl - Astucciato - Bruichladdich

Scotch Whisky Octomore 15.1 70cl - Astucciato - Bruichladdich

Whisky Bruichladdich Scottish Barley Peated 70cl - Tubo

Whisky Bruichladdich 2013 70cl - Tubo

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