Uilebheist Distillery & Brewery - Inverness

James J.

Really enjoyed the Discovery Tour & tasting, expertly hosted by Richard. Looking forward to returning once their whisky has matured. Excellent bar offering a selection of their own beer, plus a wide range of Scotch whisky.

Darren W.

When we were last in Inverness we saw this brewery/distillery when it was in it’s last stages of being fitted out. It was clear it was going to be something special, so having returned in Sept ‘25 we specifically sought it out. It hasn’t disappointed, the bar has been beautifully designed with viewing windows into the brewery, and the seating areas have been designed to meet the needs of bigger groups or cost couples, with comfortable leather seating, stools and foot rests. The beer was the best I’ve had all holiday (I had the Forest Dweller Inverness Pale Ale), and the service team were friendly and chatty. Add a bit of chilled music to top off the ambience and it definitely made it worth the visit. It’s only a short walk from town along the river - which in itself is a treat - so if you are in the area, give it a go.

MAT

Visited Uilebheist Distillery & Brewery on a sunny Friday evening and had a fantastic time. We enjoyed some excellent cold beers while sitting outside in the sunshine, with a talented local musician playing in the background. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, perfect for winding down after the week. The building itself is beautiful — a great blend of modern style and traditional character — and everything inside and out is top quality. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy great drinks and a great vibe in Inverness. Will definitely be back!

Mario L.

You should absolutely never visit this place.
It’s an over-engineered tourist trap — shiny, dramatic, and designed to make you think something meaningful is happening.

Yes, they serve whisky…
But here’s the twist: they don’t even make their own.
It’s like going to a bakery where everything’s store-bought — just with mood lighting and a dramatic intro video.

I still have two questions:
1. How did the African founder raise enough money to build this theme park of illusions?
2. And seriously — where’s the actual whisky? You know, the one they made?

I.

We had a fantastic time on the Discovery Tour at Uilebheist! We booked the Tour quite spontaneous. It’s a young and modern brewery and distillery, so the experience feels fresh and a bit different from the more traditional tours - in a really good way.

The tour was fun and informative, and the team was super friendly and passionate. The tasting at the end was a highlight - especially the lager, which was absolutely delicious!

Highly recommended if you’re in Inverness and want to try something new and exciting.

Eva L.

I had a great time on the tour at Uilebheist Distillery & Brewery. It's such an interesting setup—some of the equipment is used for both brewing beer and distilling spirits, which you don't see every day! Super efficient and pretty clever, honestly. Also likes the use of renewable energy.

The guide made everything easy to follow, even if you're not a total drinks nerd. I also really appreciated their use of renewable energy—it's nice to see sustainability actually being put into practice.

And the best part? The beer and spirits taste amazing. A really fun, unique experience all round.

Alexia L.

Popped in for a drink. The bartender, Cameron, was very kind, patient & knowledgeable and helped to choose a Scotch for a non Scotch drinker. The beer selection was decent. They were out of the dark beer, but I had the white witch which was a lovely light summer beer.

Teresa V.

Had an amazing time at the tour!! :))

Didn’t know what to expect to visit such a “new” brewery & distillery as it looked so modern compared to all other ones. Fraser was so friendly and knows everything. Tour was fun, learned a lot about the whiskey-making process and even some about Scottish history! Tasting at the end was a bit rush and quick though.. but did socialise with other participants so was pretty fun too. Do recommend!

Pros 🙂
- value for money
- tour guide knows things
- good time management
- distillery & brewery clean and neat

Cons 🙁
- wished the tasting sessions was longer and had more walkthroughs in learning about the flavors and such