Distilleries · Ferry + 10 min
Isle of Raasay Distillery
Opened in 2017, Isle of Raasay Distillery was Scotland's first legal whisky distillery on a Hebridean island. It sits within the restored Victorian Borodale House and uses water from a spring beneath the site to produce award-winning single malt whisky and gin.
Isle of Raasay Distillery
Getting there
The Sconser ferry is a short walk from The Ferry House. The crossing takes around 25 minutes with spectacular views back to the Cuillin, and the distillery is a short walk from the Raasay terminal — foot passengers can arrive without a car.
Guided tours with tastings — book ahead, especially in high season.
There's a welcoming bar, a well-stocked shop, and a restaurant serving excellent food with stunning views back to the Cuillin — great for lunch and worth pre-booking.
Nearby you'll find
Peaceful coastal roads and quiet walking trails
The ruins of Brochel Castle at the north of the island
Wildlife including sea eagles, otters and deer
Spectacular views back to the Cuillin from the ferry crossing
⭐ An easy day trip from The Ferry House — foot passengers can walk straight to the distillery.