When the Bunnahabhain distillery was founded in 1881, it relied heavily on the
sea trade. In the 1930s, Bunnahabhain was forced to close briefly, but in 1960
the distillery underwent one of the most significant changes in its history when
a new road was built to connect the distillery. Another milestone in
Bunnahabhain's history was in 1993, when the last ship docked. At that time, the
road was considered the most suitable route for the delivery of ingredients and
goods that were constantly needed. In 2006, three years after Burn Stewart
Distillers took over the distillery, a major redesign of the brand profile took
place. The water used to produce this malt rises from limestone springs and
travels through a pipeline to the distillery. This process ensures that the
water has no contact with peat on its way to the distillery. Therefore, unlike
most other Islay malt whiskies, Bunnahabhain is characterized by a lower peat
content.

Bunnahabhain 18 Years Old is a highly regarded whisky that has made a name for
itself for its exceptional quality and flavor profile. As a single malt Scotch
whisky, it is made exclusively from malted barley and distilled in pot stills at
the Bunnahabhain distillery. The maturation process of 18 years contributes to
the depth and complexity of the whiskey. The maturation takes place in sherry
casks. This maturation period allows the whisky to develop a well-rounded
character with a balanced, rich flavor. This bottling is carried out without
cold ration and without the addition of colorants.