Discover Oban
For two centuries, Oban’s bustling fishing village has sat on the frontier of the West Highlands and the Islands; the place where land and sea converge. One of Scotland’s oldest licensed distilleries, Oban’s sheltered harbour is perfect for two things: seafaring and whisky-making.
Founded in 1794 by Hugh Stevenson, a local merchant and entrepreneur, the distillery has formed part of the town’s backbone ever since. Between 1883 and 1887 a man by the name of J. Walter Higgin made vast improvements. This was done bit by bit to keep it in production and to meet the constant demand for Oban single malt Scotch whisky. Today, Oban is made using only the finest barley, malted to the distillery's particular specification, and finally distilled using lamp glass-shaped stills.
Visit Oban
Oban’s mild, temperate climate, warmed by the Gulf Stream, sets it apart in a region known for its rugged natural beauty. The proximity to the coast lends Oban a salted character, while the gentle rains provide this fishing village with its lush surrounds.
A tour of the Oban distillery offers more than just a glimpse into the whisky-crafting process; it’s a journey through history, tradition and unparalleled expertise.
It’s pronounced ‘Oh-bin’. Our distillery is 208 steps from the sea. We like the air and so does the whisky.
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