Gifts for whisky lovers, made in Scotland’s islands
Scotland’s islands and whisky go a long way back. Islay is famous the world over for its distilleries, and the peat, the sea air and the slow island pace all find their way into the glass.
This is a collection of gifts for the whisky lover in your life, made by island makers – engraved plaques carrying Scottish wit, handmade tea light holders, a leather mouse mat with an Islay motif, and boozy sauces for the cook who likes a dram in the kitchen.
Every piece is island-made, and there is something here whether you are spending ten pounds or rather more.
Isle of Islay in Sterling Silver – £120
A sterling silver Isle of Islay, modelled in three-dimensional relief. The spiritual home of peated whisky, rendered as a keepsake for a serious enthusiast.
Genuine Leather Mouse Mat – £39.99
A handmade genuine-leather mouse mat designed with an Islay seal and whisky motifs. A handsome desk gift for the whisky lover who also has a job to do.
Whisky May Not Be the Answer Plaque – £33
An engraved plaque carrying the cheerful line, whisky may not be the answer, but it is worth a shot. Around 400mm long, and destined for a wall near the drinks.
Guid Gear Whisky Barrel Stave Plaque – £33
An old Scottish saying engraved on a genuine piece of Lagg Distillery whisky barrel stave. A gift with the whisky built right into the wood.
Whisky Hearts Tea Light Holders – £20
Handmade tea light holders in warm whisky tones. Set a candle behind them and they glow – a cosy gift for the dram-and-fireside sort of evening.
Cranachan and Clootie Dumpling Sauce Set – £15
Two handmade Scottish dessert sauces, cranachan and clootie dumpling, beautifully boxed. Pudding with a whisky note, for the whisky lover with a sweet tooth.
Whisky Boat Tea Light Holder – £12.50
A whisky-themed tea light holder in the shape of a boat. A small, warm gift, and an easy one to post.
This is a handpicked selection. You will find more pieces like these, and the work of hundreds of other island makers, across the full marketplace.