Inside the Port Ellen ‘ghost distillery’ as it reopens after 40 years
The reopening of the Port Ellen distillery, which closed in 1983, has been long awaited. Now it’s producing whisky again – and Spear’s was among the…
March 22, 2024
Chris Madigan
Chris Madigan is a freelance writer specialising in travel, food and, above all, drinks. He edits Brummell Drinks Club, is a former editor-at-large for Esquire and has contributed to publications including The Telegraph, The Times, Boat International, Conde Nast Traveller, The National (UAE) and the Toronto Globe & Mail. He has also worked as a communications consultant for several drinks brands.
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