Finlaggan Old Reserve Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl

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There are three whisky distilleries nearby (Bunnahabhain, Ardnahoe and Caol Ila) that are well worth a visit. Tourist Information There are two small islands on the north shore of the loch – Eilean Mor and Eilean na Comhairle – but it’s the latter you’ll spend most of your time on during your visit as well as learning about the history of Finlaggan in the visitor centre. History of the Lords of the Isles If we decide not to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms, such decision shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. No partnership, joint venture, agency, or employment relationship is created as a result of your use of the Service.

There’s a certain goose-bumpy (is that a real word?) atmosphere to Eilean Mor which might go some way to explaining why the Lords of the Isles made it their seat of power, miles inland and far from the sea where their boats were moored. This tasted more like a sherry finish than a rum finish. There are your usual suspects: walnuts, baking spices, and dark fruits. Perhaps it’s the general Allspice and fruit sweetness that gives it the swell at the end. It sustains itself a bit more that the first two, as is usually the case with sweeter spirits. Score 6/10 At that time the politics of Scotland’s west coast islands were so far removed from the mainland they were regarded as being in an entirely separate kingdom from the rest of Alba (the Gaelic word for ‘country of the Scots’), and Somerled sought to expand his power far beyond the confines of the Scottish west coast. Once on the island you’ll be able to walk amongst the ruins of several old stone-walled buildings (not from the time of the Lords of the Isles, unfortunately) and view an interesting collection of engraved medieval gravestones.Historic Exploration: Finlaggan is well known for its historical significance, specifically as the former stronghold of the Lords of the Isles during the 13th-15th centuries. Visitors can explore the ruins of two fortified islands – Eilean Mor and Eilean na Comhairle, which contain the remnants of ancient buildings as well as a collection of well-preserved grave slabs. A visit to Finlaggan is a good way to explore parts of Islay that you’d probably otherwise miss. Visiting Tips

If you’ve never heard of them you might be interested to know that the Lords of the Isles descend from Somerled, a 12th-century prince with a Norse and Gaelic pedigree who was allied more with Norway than Scotland.Without prejudice to the section Liability below, the Service may be temporarily unavailable during maintenance, updates, etc. We shall make reasonable efforts to inform you of any unavailability due to maintenance or updates.