Our language gave whisky its name – uisge-beatha is Gaelic for water of life. What could be more sustainable than creating world-leading premium brands from water, barley and yeast stored in recycled barrels? And you can find out just how sustainable whisky is on one of the many distillery tours on offer.

The legendary whisky distillers of the Highlands have inspired new generations of makers to create artisan gins, rums, and craft beers to grace our Highland bars and hostelries. You’ll find no shortage of those at the heart of Highland communities. Great places to shoot the breeze, enjoy the local craic and maybe catch some live music.