The distillery
Brora
Brora, Highlands, Scotland · Closed
Brora is a historic single malt whisky distillery located in Brora. Originally founded in 1819 as Clynelish, it was renamed Brora in 1969 to produce a heavily peated style to replace lost Islay whisky during a drought. Brora is celebrated for its smoky, coastal character combined with rich fruit, honey, and earthy malt notes, making it one of Scotland’s most iconic rare whiskies. The distillery closed in 1983 but was recently reopened, generating excitement for new releases while maintaining its legendary status among collectors and enthusiasts.