Tobermory distillery to close for two years | Scotch Whisky
Tobermory distillery on the Isle of Mull is to close for two years while its equipment and visitor centre are upgraded.
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Key highlights in recent years
- Production and relaunches: Tobermory has intermittently returned to production after maintenance or refurbishments, including periods where new stills and visitor experiences were introduced to enhance tours and overall visitor appeal. These waves of activity often accompanied new core expressions and limited editions to mark relaunches.[2][4][6]
- Limited editions and Hebridean Series: The distillery has released various limited-edition bottles as part of its Hebridean Series, including 23-year and 24-year expressions, which have been rolled out in phases and sometimes with exclusive pre-release windows at retailers.[3][9]
- Visitor experience and tourism: Distillery refurbishments have consistently prioritized upgrading the visitor experience along with production capabilities, reflecting rising whisky tourism on the Isle of Mull. The focus has often included expanding visitor facilities and ensuring strong local employment during upgrades.[1]
- Recent communications: The distillery maintains an active presence with news posts and product announcements, including new flagship expressions and partnerships, indicating ongoing activity beyond core production lines.[5][6]
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