From the island

The Journal

A selection of stories from The Journal archive, sharing people, places and moments from Harris over the years.

More Seaweed Stories
18 February 2022

More Seaweed Stories

More praise for the many virtues of seaweed as we continue to explore our island and Isle of Harris Gin's connection to the sea...

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Seaweed Stories
11 February 2022

Seaweed Stories

Pour an Isle of Harris Gin and raise a glass to all the seaweed stories which still lie in store…

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From The Sea
04 February 2022

From The Sea

We begin to explore our ties to the sea, learning more about the maritime nature of Harris.

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Senses and Spirit.
26 November 2021

Senses and Spirit.

Our sensory panel meet up behind the closed doors of the Flavour Room to further refine their final whisky 'recipe'.

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A Calmer Season
19 November 2021

A Calmer Season

We invite you to get closer to the Isle of Harris, where we’re setting out to celebrate at a different pace once again this...

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The Crofting Calendar
12 November 2021

The Crofting Calendar

This is the big moment for local rams, finally let loose after many months of staring forlornly at their Hebridean harem from afar.

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