Today’s rain is tomorrow’s whisky : this traditional Scottish proverb demonstrates the importance of whisky in daily life – if indeed this even needed demonstrating. Whilst whisky is produced beyond the borders of Scotland, Clan McLeod’s motherland is one of its cradles. The first documented whisky production in Scotland dates back to 1494.
Today, whisky distilleries with their beautiful chimneys and scents of gingerbread are always a familiar sight amongst the moors and heath lands
With over five centuries of experience in whisky distillation, Scotland is a past master in the art. There is a close bond between the Scottish land and the identity of Scotch whisky. Combining traditional expertise with an abundance of natural resources, this spirit is an alliance between rainwater and barley grown on Caledonian soil.
Proud of their whisky, the Scottish like to promote it. Sean Connery’s fellow Scots ensure that taking an interest in the culture of whisky is an excellent way of discovering their traditions.