Port Ellen, The Trailblazing Light of Islay Returns
The legend of Port Ellen is reborn
After more than four decades of closure, the iconic Port Ellen distillery has been reborn. This historic opening is a celebration for not just Islay, but the entire whisky world. Port Ellen has been re-envisioned for the future, merging the success of its storied past with its trailblazing plans for the future.
Designed for the future to push
the boundaries of Scotch
Port Ellen holds a bold vision to be a trailblazing light for the future of whisky distillation with an experimental edge and striking ultra modern design, holding the primary mission to chart the mysterious flavours and dimensions of smoke. At its heart are two pairs of copper stills. The Phoenix stills have been recreated as an exact replica of the original stills from 1983, and will run alongside a smaller set of Experimental stills, to allow for innovation to flourish from inception. The standout addition of a Ten Part Spirit Safe allows multiple cuts to be drawn from the heart of the run. With this new innovation, distillers are able to access unexplored flavours and characters, propelling the art of whisky-making to new heights of intricacy and complexity.
Immerse yourself in Port Ellen
Port Ellen experiences allow invited guests, connoisseurs, and the passionate whisky community to immerse themselves in the cutting-edge distillery. Guests will explore the way Port Ellen examines every facet of flavour, particularly through its understanding of smoke. A range of Port Ellen distillery tours will be available from June onwards, available to book now. Learn more about these distillery experiences including: full day immersions for connoisseurs, behind the scenes insights into the distilling process and exclusive tastings of exceptional liquids.
Decoding Whisky Smoke
The science behind aging liquid has always proven to be a bit of a mystery. Now, at a time when technology is revolutionizing every aspect of our lives, the world of Scotch Whisky is not left behind. Port Ellen is unraveling the intricate journey of Scotch Whisky smoke during maturation through pioneering algorithmic designs, providing clarity and understanding of this complex process. Through this visionary experimentation, taste and flavor can now be experienced through your eyes.
Decoding Whisky Smoke: The Birth of SmokeDNAi
Understanding the Journey of Scotch Whisky Maturation using SmokeDNAi with Port Ellen Gemini
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