Much like our whisky, a Wheelhouse is complex and layered. These rare Iron Age structures, largely found in the rugged Outer Hebrides landscape, are circular drystone buildings, segmented like oranges by interior walls. Wheelhouses offer a glimpse into the lives of our Island ancestors, proving that with the right foundation, lasting legacy can be built.
Benbecula Distillery, part of MacMillan Spirits, is a new single malt distillery that began its story in 2024. Whilst we are excited about our upcoming inaugural bottle release, only a few years away now, anticipation around Benbecula whisky is already building. So, we have decided to craft a special batch of a single malt that we feel is an excellent prophecy of what Benbecula will become.
Our master distiller selected and blended two parcels from another island distillery: first-fill Oloroso sherry cask for bigger, bolder, and sweeter flavour, married to the classic first-fill American oak bourbon barrels to encourage the smoky character. A balanced single malt with characters of smoke and salt, enhanced with sweet fruity and floral notes.
