Scotland • Islay

DISTILLERY ENGINEERING
Students on this unique program spend a week using full scale, "microchip-free" equipment at the Bruichladdich Distillery. The program allows engineering and food science and other majors to participate in hands-on tasks including extraction, fermentation, distillation, casking, reduction, bottling, and tasting.

The whiskey making distillery, established in 1881, is located in the village of Bruichladdich on the island of Islay (pronouced 'eye-la'). Malt whiskey is classified by the location of the distillery where it was made. The four main catagories are: Highland, Speyside, Lowland and Islay. There are eight working distilleries on Islay, all internationally known for the fine malt whiskey they produce. In addition to being famous for its whiskey making, Islay, known as the "Queen of the Hebrides," has outstanding bird watching, rugged beaches and the world's first commercial wave-generated power station. Students are encouraged to spend time in other areas of Scotland and Europe before and/or after the program. During the program, traveling to and from the island of Islay will be on an individual basis. On the last day of the program, students will return to the mainland and spend their last night in Glasgow. (This trip to Glasgow is included in the program fee.)

Eligibility
This program is open to all upper-division students who have an interest in whisky making, but it is particularly relevant for
students majoring in either engineering or food science.  Students must be 18 years of age to participate.

Housing
Participants will stay in shared bedrooms in a modern Bed and Breakfast. All meals are provided while in Islay.