19-05-2025
Skye distillery and restaurant team up to launch new 'gastro-distillery' for summer
A distillery and a restaurant on the Isle of Skye have unveiled joint plans for a new 'gastro-distillery'. The historic Talisker distillery will join forces with renowned restaurant with rooms The Three Chimneys on the project.
The businesses came together for the first time in spring 2024 to launch a pop-up dining experience at the distillery, along the shores of Loch Harport. After the success of the collaboration, the two famous firms have agreed a longer-term commitment to the venture in an effort to celebrate Skye as a world-class food and travel destination.
Among Skye's most established and beloved restaurants, The Three Chimneys will now take up a permanent position at Talisker. It will showcase "the rise of the gastro-distillery", as well as reinforce the Inner Hebrides island's reputation for culinary creativity.
The Three Chimneys at Talisker experience will invite visitors to immerse themselves in the rugged coastal landscape of Skye. They will enjoy locally sourced food and drink, as well as a "shared commitment to local growers, crofters, producers and craftspeople on Skye".
The menus will be inspired by Talisker's unique location on the Minginish peninsula. Dishes will complement the maritime character of Talisker, with its notes of smoke, spice, peat, salt, and pepper.
The Three Chimneys at Talisker's a la carte menu will be led by head chef Paul Green and his team. It will feature a variety of freshly caught langoustines, oysters, mussels and scallops, while guests can also enjoy the already famous seafood platter or locally cured meats and cheeses.
Meanwhile, there will also be a range of exclusive themed evening and lunchtime events. These will showcase the best of Skye's culinary and cultural offerings.
Among the events scheduled are summer barbecues and ceilidh dances. There will also be bespoke 'Made by the Sea' dining experiences, inspired by Talisker Whisky and the rich maritime heritage of Skye.
For three nights only between May 22 and May 24, The Three Chimneys chefs will provide a personal and immersive 'Spring Awakening' dining experience at The Three Chimneys at Talisker.
With only 16 seats available per evening, it offers an opportunity to engage with The Three Chimneys' chefs as they present a carefully curated tasting menu that celebrates the flavours of spring.
Managing Director of The Wee Hotel Company, which owns The Three Chimneys on Skye, Brett Davidge commented: "We've been overwhelmed by the fantastic response to The Three Chimneys at Talisker dining experience since launching the venture with the distillery in 2024.
"We're now looking forward to elevating the concept even further and leading the rise of the gastro-distillery on Skye.
"The ethos of both the Three Chimneys and Talisker are rooted in local produce and the communities that make the Isle of Skye. With this in mind, The Three Chimneys at Talisker will continue to celebrate the best of Skye, Land and Sea.'
Talisker Brand Home Manager Leigh Aitken added: "It's been a privilege to work with the incredibly talented team at The Three Chimneys to bring this partnership to life, offering guests a new dimension to their experience with us. The feedback we've received has affirmed that we've created something special together.
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"At Talisker we're fortunate to be able to host people from all over the world, from Carbost to California, and we're proud to be playing our part in cementing Skye as a must visit destination for food and whisky lovers by extending this partnership."
The newly designed waterfront venue at Talisker provides space for up to 40 diners. Advance online bookings of up to eight people per table are welcomed, with larger and exclusive use bookings accepted by prior arrangement.
