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What is a lost distillery?

Some of the most valuable and beloved whisky in the world comes from distilleries that are no longer in operation. Here's our guide to lost distilleries.

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What is a lost distillery?
Why do we love them?
Why did they close?
The comeback
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Author:

Adam O'Connell, writer at Master of Malt
Reading time: 5 minutes

There’s nothing spooky about ghost whiskies or distilleries, although spirits are certainly involved. If you’re curious about lost distilleries, such as what they are or why they’re in demand, this guide will help.

What is a lost distillery?

Why do we love a lost distillery?

Brora Triptych Whisky

The reputation of Brora whisky increased after the distillery closed

Why would you want whisky from a closed distillery?

The revival of Port Ellen Distillery

Port Ellen Distillery is back from the dead

The comeback kids

Gone but not forgotten

Whisky from Lost Distilleries

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