About Badachro Distillery
Badachro Distillery is a small craft spirits operation in the remote Badachro community near Gairloch, producing gin using water drawn from the nearby Loch Bad an Sgalaig. The distillery uses locally foraged botanicals alongside traditional ones, giving its gin a distinctively Highland character — heather, bog myrtle and coastal herbs all contribute to the flavour profile. The Badachro setting is exceptional: a scattered coastal community on a sea loch inlet with views across to Skye. The nearby Badachro Inn is one of the best pubs in the Highlands for fresh seafood. A visit here combines beautifully with the wider Gairloch experience.
Highlights
Craft gin and spirits in remote Wester Ross
Loch Bad an Sgalaig water source
Small-batch production
Badachro Inn nearby (excellent pub)
Stunning highland loch setting
🚐 Motorhome Tip
Access road to Badachro is narrow single-track — NOT suitable for large motorhomes. Smaller campervans can navigate carefully. Better to park in Gairloch and arrange transport or drive a smaller vehicle. The Badachro Inn is excellent for lunch or dinner (booking advised). Call ahead to confirm tour availability.
Distillery Details
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Tours: Tours are available — booking in advance is strongly recommended, especially in summer. See
official website for latest tour times and prices.
🚗 Drink Driving: Always designate a driver or use a taxi. NC500 roads are remote and winding — drink driving is dangerous and illegal. Most distilleries offer non-alcoholic tasting options and miniature bottles to take away for later.
Getting There
From Gairloch, take the B8056 south toward Badachro (5 miles). Road is narrow — large motorhomes should not attempt it.
Best Time to Visit
May to October. Check tour availability ahead of visit — small operation with variable hours.
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