Isle of Arran to double production
Isle of Arran, the well known Island region whisky producer, is making a move. A big move, in fact. According to the Scotsman, they are set to double their production capacity to ‘meet rising demand’ – apparently they are the second-best selling single malt by volume. Rather random, I thought, but impressive nonetheless.
What I like about the Arran distillery is their apparent willingness to collaborate and try out new products and markets. In 2008 they agreed to enter a joint venture with Brewdog in the production of the Isle of Arran version of Brewdog Paradox – click on the link for review – and, as mentioned in the Scotsman, they recently released a whisky cream liqueur. Quite apart from the fact that it’s about time someone challenges Ireland in the production of said drink, all cocky with their Baileys and cheap Irish Meadow Cream knock-offs, I enjoy seeing whisky producers step outside their comfort zone and provide new products.
Baileys is by no means the epitome of whisky cream liqueur, and I’m glad to see a worthy contender enter the market with a rival product. While the liqueur has hit the market, I’m yet to try it, but expect a review soon!
