The Isle of Arran Distillery, located on the Isle of Arran in Scotland, was established in 1995. It is one of the few remaining independent distilleries in Scotland, founded by Harold Currie, a former director of Chivas. The distillery is situated in the village of Lochranza, which was chosen for its ideal water source and the island's rich history of whisky production, dating back to the 18th century when illicit distilling was common.
Isle of Arran is known for producing a range of single malt whiskies that are unpeated, allowing the natural flavors of the malt and the influence of the cask to shine through. The distillery uses traditional methods, including wooden washbacks and copper pot stills, to create a whisky that is both modern and rooted in tradition. Notably, the distillery has experimented with various cask finishes, including sherry, port, and wine casks, to add complexity to their whiskies. The distillery also produces a peated expression under the name 'Machrie Moor'.