Founded in 1976, by the Scottish entrepreneur Sir Iain Noble, The Gaelic Whiskies were initially developed to provide authentic whisky, of quality, for the connoisseurs of the Gaelic speaking Hebridean Islands of Scotland.

The premium range was designed and developed with the names of the whiskies reflecting the rich linguistic and cultural heritage of Scottish Gaelic.

Pràban na Linne is the expression used in Gaelic to describe a “small smugglers’ enterprise on the Sound of Sleat”, and The Gaelic Whiskies’ shop and headquarters are located on the idyllic Sleat peninsula, by the historic stone pier of Eilean Iarmain, with spectacular views overlooking the water of the Sound towards the far hills of mainland Knoydart.

The Gaelic Whiskies have gained an international recognition and are widely respected by discerning connoisseurs.

THE INSPIRATION – an authentic whisky

Pràban na Linne, producers of The Gaelic Whiskies, was founded on the Isle of Skye in 1976, by the renowned Scottish entrepreneur Sir Iain Noble in order to create employment and career opportunities on the Isle of Skye, as well as to supply an authentic whisky, of quality, for the connoisseurs of the Gaelic speaking Hebridean Islands of Scotland.

The historic and appealing association of whisky and Gaelic was well appreciated by Sir Iain. In his inimitable recounting of the colourful tales and associated legends of illicit whisky-making, he entertained and enlightened in equal measure.

His memorable stories and anecdotes portraying the reverence and esteem in which the smugglers’ whiskies were traditionally held, and the fabled reputation that they enjoyed!
He would emphasise this by adding that when Queen Victoria was at Balmoral she would always ensure that a good reliable supply of illicit or “local” whisky was available!