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Ardbeg
Local yore has it that distilling has taken place at the site of the Ardbeg distillery since as long ago as 1794. The distillery in its current form was founded by the MacDougall family (with John MacDougall being the most prominent) in 1815.
Part of the mystique that is Ardbeg, is down to the majesty of the location. A location accessible only via the road from Port Ellen. As the road weaves through some rugged yet beautiful terrain, on cresting a hill the white washed buildings that make up the Ardbeg distillery appear almost magically in view. The site of the distillery was both suitably remote, yet easily accessible by sea such that it was a favoured landing spot for smugglers throughout the 18th century.
The Ardbeg Distillery is one of the most atmospheric of all the Scottish distilleries. Part of this is the remoteness of its location and the sense of mystery and intrigue that emanates from the nearby Kildalton Cross.
In February 1997, the Ardbeg distillery was acquired by Glenmorangie plc. This has led to extensive restoration work and the establishment of a new visitor centre.
Another aspect of the appeal of Ardbeg is the fact that it benefits from its own private water source. Loch Uigeadail provides a plentiful supply of soft and pure water which on its journey from loch to distillery, flowing over rock and peat mosses creating a water that is beautifully suited to distilling.
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