Isle of Raasay
Made with Arbikie Barley - 2025 Release
- 50.2
- 70cl
- Taste: 3
- Islands
The Isle of Raasay Distillery was founded in 2014 by R&B Distillers, co-founded by Alasdair Day and Bill Dobbie. The goal was to create a unique whisky that would reflect the character of this island in the Inner Hebrides. The distillery occupies a former Victorian hotel on the island, chosen for its ideal whisky production conditions, such as pure water from the island’s well and the favourable local climate. Construction...
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The Isle of Raasay Distillery was founded in 2014 by R&B Distillers, co-founded by Alasdair Day and Bill Dobbie. The goal was to create a unique whisky that would reflect the character of this island in the Inner Hebrides. The distillery occupies a former Victorian hotel on the island, chosen for its ideal whisky production conditions, such as pure water from the island’s well and the favourable local climate. Construction began in 2016, transforming the old Borodale House into a modern distillery while preserving its historical essence.
They began whisky production in September 2017 and released the first legal Isle of Raasay Single Malt Scotch Whisky in 2020.
Isle of Raasay Distillery places a strong emphasis on sustainability. They continue to utilise renewable energy sources and environmentally friendly practices in its operations. The distillery continues to experiment with different cask types and maturation processes to create unique expressions of its whisky.
'Made with Arbikie Barley' is a collaboration 6 years in the making. Born from a conversation between two founders, both passionate about creating unique and flavoursome whiskies. A UK exclusive release, consisting of Isle of Raasay unpeated spirit made with Concerto barley grown on Arbikie Highland Estate, matured in ex-Woodford Reserve Rye Whiskey Casks.
Carefully selected from some of the finest casks, and bottled just shy of six years old, ‘Made with Arbikie Barley’ delivers vibrant flavour notes of banana, pine sap, and mint chocolate.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Bright, green apple, caramel, banana, spice, creamy, candied plum, vanilla, raisin.
Palate - Black pepper, stewed fruits, ginger bread, brown sugar.
Finish - Pine sap, mint, dark chocolate.
They began whisky production in September 2017 and released the first legal Isle of Raasay Single Malt Scotch Whisky in 2020.
Isle of Raasay Distillery places a strong emphasis on sustainability. They continue to utilise renewable energy sources and environmentally friendly practices in its operations. The distillery continues to experiment with different cask types and maturation processes to create unique expressions of its whisky.
'Made with Arbikie Barley' is a collaboration 6 years in the making. Born from a conversation between two founders, both passionate about creating unique and flavoursome whiskies. A UK exclusive release, consisting of Isle of Raasay unpeated spirit made with Concerto barley grown on Arbikie Highland Estate, matured in ex-Woodford Reserve Rye Whiskey Casks.
Carefully selected from some of the finest casks, and bottled just shy of six years old, ‘Made with Arbikie Barley’ delivers vibrant flavour notes of banana, pine sap, and mint chocolate.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Bright, green apple, caramel, banana, spice, creamy, candied plum, vanilla, raisin.
Palate - Black pepper, stewed fruits, ginger bread, brown sugar.
Finish - Pine sap, mint, dark chocolate.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig