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Islay, Scotland
Laphroaig-Kettles Ishga Baugh, the water of life. The Island of Islay, it may not be the birthplace of Whisky, but it sure is the best place for peated whisky. With a choice of many proud names still active on Islay such as Ardbeg, Bowmore, Bruichladdich, Bunnahabhain, Coal Ila, Kilchoman, Lagavulin, and my favourite, Laphroaig. There are a few new names joining the scene here, but there are plenty of names that are no longer in operation. On this trip we visited Laphroaig, Ardbeg and, Lagavulin, as well as doing a small hike in the afternoon. Laphroaig Distillers Tour Laphroaig was the first stop, and I had signed us up for the…
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The Three Sisters
Glencoe: The Three Sisters Bidean nam Bian, the Scottish name for the Three Sisters. Named one of the best views in the United Kingdom, this area also has a lot of history. The Three Sisters are located in an area once owned by Clan Macdonald. Coire Gabhail was used as an area to hide their livestock they owned, or stole. Clan Campbell commonly had feuds with Clan Macdonald and in 1692 the Massacre of Glencoe occurred. We hiked up a trail called the Coire Gabhail, The Lost Valley. Walking Highlands has a well laid out description and details of the hike. Once we arrived at the stream we decided…