I started drinking Single Malts in the early 2000’s and I have always had a place in my heart for the Bunnahabhain Distillery. I thought Bunnahabhain was an underdog vs. the other known distilleries. Bunnahabhain’s older age statements hold up against the best of the others. My thinking is that Bunnahabhain is a bit of…
Ardnahoe Distillery
After our flight from Glasgow, we drove for the Sound of Islay and a view of Jura and the Papas Mountains. Coal Ila was closed for construction. Therefore, Ardnahoe made the cut as our first Distillery. The parking area and approach road to Ardnahoe is pretty good. We took a taxi from the airport and…
Glasgow Airport
I learned a few things about the Glasgow Airport while passing through on my way to distillery tours. A must read for the first time Scotland traveler. LoganAir is the local-regional airline. I emphasize the short distance aspect because most of their fleet are propeller planes seating under 20 people. Most destinations have a morning…
Säntis Alp Hike
Säntis Alp; a view of the plateaus we’ll hike down with Germany and Austria in the background The highest peak in the Alpstein range in north-eastern Switzerland is Säntis at 2,500 meters. Its possible to see six countries including Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, France, and Italy. Säntis Hike Säntis – Lisengrat – Rotsteinpass (1 Std.…