Bowmore Distillery stands in the village of the same name on the shores of Loch Indaal and is one of Islay’s most recognised whisky producers. Its history dates back to 1779, making Bowmore the island’s oldest operating distillery. Under the Mutter family, the business developed during the nineteenth century from a small operation into an important producer. Production stopped during the Second World War when the distillery was used by the RAF. A new period of growth followed, with releases such as Black Bowmore further strengthening its international reputation.

Bowmore combines traditional methods with a distinctive and carefully balanced house style. Part of its barley is still germinated on the distillery’s own malting floors and dried over peat smoke. The spirit matures in warehouses including the historic No.1 Vaults beside Loch Indaal, where thick stone walls provide a remarkable environment for long maturation. Bowmore single malt is known for gentle peat smoke, fruit, citrus, floral notes, sea salt and spice, often enriched by bourbon and sherry casks. This makes Bowmore powerful enough for devoted Islay drinkers, yet approachable for anyone beginning to explore smoky whisky.

Sansibar Whisky is a German independent bottler founded in 2010 by whisky enthusiast and collector Jens Drewitz. The brand grew from its connection with the renowned Sansibar restaurant on the northern German island of Sylt, for which distinctive and rare cask bottlings were selected. The company is now based in Bad Nenndorf.

Its main focus is Scottish single malt whisky from regions including the Highlands, Speyside and the islands. Jens Drewitz personally selects many casks in Scotland and has them bottled when he believes they have reached the ideal stage of maturation. Both famous and less frequently bottled distilleries are represented, usually as single casks released in limited quantities.

Sansibar Whisky is also recognised for its varied labels and themed ranges. Alongside the Classic Label, releases have appeared as JD’s Personal Choice, The Clans, Samurai and special art labels created by Charles Fazzino. The company also bottles rum and works internationally with specialist retailers and other independent bottlers. Sansibar Whisky therefore combines critical cask selection with distinctive design and a strong international outlook.