Situated at the end of a small single track road, on the shores of the Sound of Islay, Bunnahabhain is known for its spectacular surroundings and delicious signature unpeated Islay Single Malt Whisky.
First founded in 1881, Bunnahabhain replied upon the sea trade. Armed only with a small village, a pier and lots of whisky making know-how, our forefathers received supplies by boat and sent adventuring seafarers back to the mainland with cask full of whisky
1993 marked a historic moment in Bunnahabhain's history as the last boat docked as the road was deemed the most suitable route for receiving ever increasing ingredients and supplies. In 2006, 3 years after being purchased by Burn Stewart Distillers, a major rebrand was launched, with a redesign of the 12 year old packaging, and the launch of 18 year old and 25 year old variants
After a short closure in the 1930s, Bunnahabhain saw one of the biggest changes in the history in 1960, when a new road was built to the distillery. Supplies could now reach us much easier by land - albeit, a hilly and challenging drive.
In 2010, our whiskies returned to being produced non-chillfiltered, with a natural colour at 46.3% abv. In 2014 Burn Stewart merged with Distell, which heralded more investment into both the brand and the distillery. in 2017, our packaging was further modernised, the portfolio of products was extended and in 2021 we opened our brand new Visitor Centre.
As word of Bunnahabhain spread and demand soared, a second pair of stills were installed in 1963 to increase the production capacity. In 1979, our classic 12 year old Single Scotch Malt Whisky was introduced to the world, received to great acclaim.