Islay Scotch Whisky Regions

Islay is the southernmost island of the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. Known as "The Queen of the Hebrides", it lies in Argyll and Bute just south west of Jura and around 40 kilometres north of the Northern Irish coast. The island's capital is Bowmore where the distinctive round Kilarrow Parish Church and a distillery are located. Port Ellen is the main port.
  • Scottish Gaelic name: Ìle
  • Population: 3,228
  • Scots name: Ila
  • Old Norse name: Íl
  • Meaning of name: Unknown
  • OS grid reference: NR370598
  • Island group: Inner Hebrides

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