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Natalie
June 12, 2023
Cycling
The closest distillery to Port Askaig, Coal Ila is in a stunning location, overlooking the Paps of Jura. Pronounced 'Cull-Eela', the distillery is owned by Diageo and the whisky produced here goes into Jonnie Walker, hence being the biggest producer on Islay. Having said that, do not underestimate their single malt. For information on tours, tastings and visits, please see their website malts.com/en-row/distilleries/caol-ila
Erwin
June 14, 2025
Cycling
The new visitor center is accessible a foot from the parking above the distillery via a wooden bridge. Try one of the distillery exclusive drams while you're there!
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riders
118km
07:11
840m
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Cycle 73.1 miles (117.6 km) on Islay's challenging distillery tour from Port Ellen, gaining 2759 feet (841 metres) in 7 hours and 11 minutes
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