Visiting The World’s Island Whisky Destination?

Islay……. a place of rich history, rugged landscape, rare wildlife, and a whisky heritage like no other. It’s a place of renowned friendliness, beautiful scenery, and over 3,000 years of compressed, waterlogged moss, vegetation and plants that have grown and died, creating the Peat banks of today. There is nowhere else on earth like it. A quest to find Scotland’s best whisky might bring you to the island, and as many of you find out, Islay is so much more and the very reason why you stay, immigrate, or become returning visitors for years to come.
There are nine iconic distilleries here, with a few more distilleries planned and approved to include Port Ellen. Some of the most famous names in the whisky world are located here. All on an island of 3,000 people.
Whisky is, of course, Islay’s ultimate claim to fame; it is a way of life on this windswept isle. That said, there is so much more to Islay’s charm than its golden drams: the landscape, the light, the coast, the cuisine, and the locals. Hope you enjoy the episode and please let us know what you think of this video in the comment section below.
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[@mkoebel]

One of the best documentaries I have seen on Islay and its history with Whisky. Beautiful work!

[@drinkdestinations]

Really appreciate it and means a lot! Thanks for taking the time and letting us know. -Jeff

[@christianmay3745]

Wonderful! You let the people of the Island shine as they deserve it!

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks and I’ve always said I’m not the star of these episodes the people I interview are. I’m merely a guide/ learning and sharing my journey! Cheers, -Jeff

[@cascode1192]

Just stumbled across your video and wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed it. It’s refreshing to see a proper documentary about Islay and its whisky industry instead of the typical vlog that just regurgitates cliches and well-worn trivia. The interviews were engaging and this is one video that I’ll definitely recommend to other enthusiasts. You made me want to go back to visit the island again! Cheers 🥂

[@drinkdestinations]

Can’t thank you enough for taking time to comment and I really appreciate the feedback! We actually got selected to pikes peak film festival in Colorado with this short documentary. I’m working more on short documentaries moving forward with the next one being about Mezcal. Cheers and thanks so much as this comment made my day! -Jeff

[@mhillier98]

I was there in August last year and it was incredible - I heard many of the same stories, so this video felt very authentic! Hope you're doing more Islay videos!

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much brother! I will be doing more videos on Islay! Doing the history of some of the distilleries and foraging with Botanist gin.

[@c.browne999]

Jeff, both you and Yoel should be extremely proud of this amazing video! Your efforts are certainly appreciated! Slàinte! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥃😉

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much Chris! Really means a lot coming from someone who is passionate and truly loves everything Islay & Scotland! Slainte, -Jeff

[@melaniemedbery2234]

What a beautiful place.

[@drinkdestinations]

💯💯💯

[@mrnoisy4883]

This is the best Islay docu I've seen. Superb.

[@drinkdestinations]

I Really appreciate this. Thanks so much 🙏 -Jeff

[@thewhiskyzone]

Having just returned from Islay very recently, it put a warm smile on my face. You've put together an insightful and honest look at how the locals view their home and their history. Well done! Slàinte! 🥃

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much and it’s great to get feedback like this as this is exactly what I was wanting to achieve. The idea is for this video to be used in future documentaries of Islay.

[@PatrikBruckner]

Great documentary of the Isle! Being an avid visitor since many years, great to see so many friends and known faces! Getting their wiews on the industries expansion is really interesting. Lovely footage as well! Thanks!! Beautiful finish at Machir Bay!!😍

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much and I really appreciate the feedback from someone who is an avid visitor! 🙏-Jeff

[@daveflanagan4213]

Heading there July 24. An excellent production you have here

[@thegrumpymuso5418]

What a wonderful piece of work, beautifully filmed and gives a great insight into both the industry and the community. I didn't realise the industry was in such a slump in the 1980's and the effect it had on these small communities. My wife would argue that my personal consumption of Islay single malt should keep at least one distillery running for the foreseeable future.

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much for taking the time and commenting and lvove the comment about how your wife would argue you kept at least one distillery running Hahahhaha. Cheers, -Jeff

[@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461]

THANKS JEFF …for sharing this A GREAT STORY …HAPPY THAT YOU GOT TO DO IT …and ARE SO GENEROUS TO SHARE IT 🤗😎💚💚💚

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much

[@petrpulkert7141]

Love it guys!! Great job Jeff. Thanks a lot

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks for the comment and so glad you enjoyed the episode! Cheers and thanks so much, -Jeff

[@matt818]

Well done mate! Captured everything very nicely. Going to Islay in June and this helped me get a great insight!

[@drinkdestinations]

Awesome brother! Enjoy your time on Islay and glad you enjoyed the episode. Cheers, -Jeff

[@mzungusi]

Thanks for that. An appropriately people-centric view. Great work.

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much and appreciate you taking the time to comment! I always say the star of my episodes are the people I interview. I am simply a guide. Cheers, -Jeff

[@lh8372]

Great video! It took me awhile to get into the smokey Islay malts but now they are my favorite. The unique flavors of Islay whisky are what keeps ke coming back for another bottle. I like them all… Lagavulin, Ardbeg, Caol Ila, Laphroaig, Bowmore, Port Charlotte & Bunnahabhain. The 16 year Lagavulin is my favorite though.

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much and glad you enjoyed the video! It also took me some time to enjoy the peaty flavor of Islay whisky. Cheers -Jeff

[@Akerfeldt77]

I love your videos, mate. This one is so well done. I'm rooting for the channel and share with my whiskey lads. Cheers.

[@drinkdestinations]

I really appreciate it brother! This message fires me up and gives me motivation to make even better videos in the future . Cheers and thanks for taking time to comment! Cheers, -Jeff

[@Ciara-pv1yh]

Amazing videography from Yoel, as always. Really felt like I was watching a Netflix documentary. Thanks also to Jeff whose passion shines through, giving each distillery its time to shine. Well done, both!👏🏼

[@drinkdestinations]

I really appreciate the comment and I couldn’t do this without Yoel! He is amazing videographer and editor. Cheers, -Jeff

[@warlord133]

Just stumbled upon this channel, very good quality , you got one sub mate

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much. And glad you enjoy the episodes 🙏🙏🙏

[@alyamaut]

Thanks a lot for the information 🤘🤘🤘

[@drinkdestinations]

🙏🙏🙏 you’re welcome!!!

[@SergeValentin]

Very very good video!

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much! Really glad you enjoy this video and hope you enjoy other episodes. Cheers, -Jeff

[@rosiereed4034]

Was in islay a couple of years ago and loved it, we will be back this year.

[@drinkdestinations]

Such an amazing place! I’ll be going back next year also

[@Rogue66669]

My mum is from Islay, I've just got back from there. It's a beautiful island with a fascinating history but I do feel the distilleries could do a lot more for the infrastructure.

[@drinkdestinations]

I couldn’t agree more with you! I hope you enjoyed the episode. Cheers and thanks for taking the time to comment! -Jeff

[@distlledbrewedreviewed]

Very interesting my friend.

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks brother! This was one episode I’ve wanted to do since I started Traveling and filming.

[@sakojanessian4938]

Incredible documentary

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much, it really awesome to get comments like this. So glad you enjoyed the documentary and hope you enjoy our other episodes. Cheers, -Jeff

[@sakojanessian4938]

@drinkdestinations Jeff, I live in Boston but big fan of all things from Scotland...from Harris Tweed to whisky...it's amazing you managed to get Kilchoman and Bruichladdich in this. These two in particular are doing creative and innovative things to peated whisky.

[@C.A.Newman]

Cheers, Jeff & Yoel! Another great episode. Can't wait to visit Islay myself.

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks I really appreciate it! Yeah Islay is an amazing place and look forward to going back there soon!

[@v14da]

Great video Jeff, great motivation also, after all the issues they are stronger than ever.

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much! Islay has gone through a lot and they are making more whisky then ever before! Glad to see this island thriving.

[@zambotv8150]

Fantastic work, thanks so much

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much! It’s difficult to get the doors to open on Islay, but glad to everyone involved that said yes and hope this will be used in future documentaries.

[@zambotv8150]

@@drinkdestinations I am Scottish so it touched my heart, you did a great job, subscribed

[@thomasschafer7268]

In 2006 i bought First Black bottle blendet Display whiskey. 1👍👍😋🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇩🇪

[@mrutyunjayaraghuwansi4368]

Worth waiting for your videos... 🥃

[@drinkdestinations]

Thanks so much for the continued support and always looking to improving our content. 🙏

[@leojanuszewski1019]

Wish i lived there...

[@drinkdestinations]

My diet living there would be nothing but whisky. Hahahhaha it’s an amazing place, the midgies will get ya when the wind is low.

[@ursamines7643]

Sad to not be able to see Lagavulin

[@drinkdestinations]

Diageo didn’t want to open their doors. I asked they didn’t want to be part of this like the rest of the distilleries did. It’s unfortunate.

[@ursamines7643]

@@drinkdestinations their loss. Beautiful video of my favorite island. Thanks

[@tdtm82]

I had no idea they shut Ardbeg until the 1990's. So sad.

[@damithpathirana7458]

Ardbeg is my favorite out of the lot

[@drinkdestinations]

One of my favorites as well! Bunnahabhain grew on me a lot while I was on the island.

[@vlagavulvin3847]

Привет, Джефф. Ты и тут в шапке? Ты хотя бы на ночь ее снимаешь? ;)

[@BAR_220]

Fantastic! Thanks so much for putting this together.

[@drinkdestinations]

You’re welcome. Im happy the Islay distilleries said yes to me coming and filming!

[@Bharur]

Once visit campbeltown.

[@drinkdestinations]

Yes it’s amazing! I’ve also filmed an episode with Springbank!

[@Bharur]

@@drinkdestinations wow fantastic.