Thompson Bros.

Thompson Bros is the driving force behind Dornoch Distillery, founded by brothers Simon and Philip Thompson who are passionate about old-style whiskies. Their journey began at the family-run Dornoch Castle bar, where they developed a deep appreciation for pre-1960s whiskies. This passion led them to start as independent bottlers under the name “Black Isle Whisky Company,” eventually establishing Dornoch Distillery in 2016 with a mission to revive the golden era of whisky.

Dornoch Distillery follows a distinctive production philosophy, using floor-malted organic barley (such as Plumage Archer), extended fermentation of up to 216 hours, and custom-built wooden mash tuns with tiny stills. The distillery also matures its spirits in traditional-style warehouses to create complex and refined whisky. The Thompson Bros bottling range reflects their love for historic styles and has earned them a respected place in the world of independent bottlers.