Brewery in Scottish Islands
Isle of Eigg Brewing Co
Scotland's first cooperative brewery, founded on the Isle of Eigg in 2020, brews sustainably with 100% renewable energy, natural spring water and a commitment to supporting the island's crofting community.
Brewery story
About Isle of Eigg Brewing Co
Founded on the Isle of Eigg in 2020, Isle of Eigg Brewery was created to brew adventurous, handcrafted beer for social and environmental good. Community owned and crowdfunded by more than 600 investors, it became Scotland’s first cooperative brewery.
Built with help from the local island community, the brewery runs on renewable energy, using solar panels, battery storage and natural island resources to reduce its impact. Every beer is crafted by hand, from mash-in to labelling.
From IPAs and pilsners to stouts, fruit beers and wild fermentation, Isle of Eigg Brewery celebrates beer in all its possibilities. Rooted in the island, it supports local people, local ideas and a more sustainable future.
Taproom & tours
Visit Isle of Eigg Brewery Taproom
The Isle of Eigg Brewery Taproom offers visitors the chance to enjoy the brewery's beers in the heart of one of Scotland's most remote brewing locations. With indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the island surroundings, it's the perfect place to experience freshly brewed beer while discovering the brewery's unique cooperative story.
Address
Isle of Eigg
Get directions- Isle of Eigg Brewery Taproom
- Fresh beer served directly from the brewery.
- Brewery tours
- Tours are available. Check the brewery website for booking details.
- Scottish Islands
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Nearby breweries
More breweries in Scottish Islands
Isle of Arran Brewery
Arran Brewery has been crafting award-winning beers on the Isle of Arran since 2000. Nestled beneath Goatfell and beside Brodick Castle, this family-run Scottish brewery blends traditional brewing with local character, producing a diverse range of cask, keg and bottled beers inspired by the island's dramatic landscapes and rich heritage.
Isle of Harris Brewery
A family-run independent brewery on the Isle of Harris, crafting modern Scottish beers inspired by island life, local community and the rugged landscapes of the Outer Hebrides.
Isle of Skye Brewing Co
Perched on the shores of Uig since 1995, the Isle of Skye Brewery produces award-winning beers inspired by the wild scenery, maritime heritage and pioneering spirit of Skye.
Orkney Brewery
One of Scotland's best-known island breweries, Orkney Brewery has been crafting traditional ales in the heart of Orkney since 1988, combining locally inspired recipes, pure Orcadian water and time-honoured brewing techniques.