Isle of Harris The Hearach Single Malt Whisky 46% ABV – Premium Scotch

Hearach Single Malt Whisky marks a bold new chapter from Scotland’s Isle of Harris Distillery—the first whisky ever produced there since its launch in 2015. Named after “Hearach,” Gaelic for “child of Harris,” this spirit captures the island’s soul through flavors shaped by its people and landscapes alike. Born from collaboration between local communities and one of Scotland’s youngest distilling teams (with an average age of 25), Hearach balances tradition with innovation while championing sustainable employment opportunities for future generations on this remote Hebridean isle.

At its foundation lies Abhainn Cnoc a’ Charrain, Harris’s famously soft glacial water—a rarity among Scottish distilleries—that lends clarity to every drop. Lightly peated at 12–15ppm, this whisky draws depth from 100% Scottish Concerto barley, toasted malt sweetness blending seamlessly with subtle smokiness evocative of island hearths crackling under starlit skies. Distilled in custom-built copper stills crafted onsite before aging along Harris’s wild Atlantic coast near Ardhasaig village, Hearach matures in an artful selection of oak casks: first-fill bourbon barrels from Heaven Hill and Buffalo Trace mingle with Spanish Oloroso and Fino butts, each contributing distinct layers to its character.

The taste unfolds like a journey across Harris itself—crisp orchard apples dance alongside wild machair flowers such as summer-white clover before spices emerge alongside honeycomb warmth and vanilla-rich complexity reminiscent of homemade treats. A lingering finish combines velvety clotted cream textures with polished leather notes—a harmonious balance born from coastal windswept maturation processes rarely seen elsewhere.

For whisky enthusiasts seeking authenticity beyond conventional blends, Hearach offers more than flavor—it’s a tribute to community-driven craftsmanship where every bottle supports local heritage while showcasing Scotland’s youngest distilling talent at work along one of its most dramatic coastlines.