The Outer Hebrides are famed not only for their breathtaking landscapes, ancient heritage, and windswept beaches but also for a growing reputation as a haven for artisan food and drink. Across our island communities, passionate producers are drawing on tradition, nature, and innovation to craft unique, high-quality products that reflect the character of our islands. From croft-grown botanicals and hand-harvested ingredients to small-batch roasting and distilling, every flavour tells a story.

In this spotlight, we explore four incredible producers who embody the essence of Hebridean flavour - where sustainability, community, and creativity go hand-in-hand.

1. Hebridean Mustard Company

Glen Kyles, Leverburgh, Isle of Harris

Image: Hebridean Mustard Company

Founded in 2017 by Heike Winter, the Hebridean Mustard Company is on a mission to restore mustard to its rightful culinary status. Mustheb mustards are bold, versatile, and far from the bland industrial pastes many are used to. Whether enhancing sauces, marinades or everyday meals, there’s a mustard for every taste. With growing fans worldwide, Mustheb is becoming a kitchen essential.

You can pick up a jar from the small honesty box in Leverburgh, Isle of Harris and at various local stockists as well as online.

2. Isle of Lewis Gin

Uig, Isle of Lewis

Image: Isle of Lewis Gin

Crafted in Uig on the west coast of the Isle of Lewis, Isle of Lewis Gin is a true celebration of the island’s botanical wealth. Iain and Laura, the couple behind the brand, distil their gin using locally foraged ingredients including wild thyme, mint and rubarb root. The result is a refreshingly light gin that’s as crisp and wild as the Atlantic breeze, capturing the essence of Lewis, offering a perfect serve or cocktail addition for you to enjoy!

You can pick up a bottle at various stockists on island or purchase online.

3. The Lews Distillery

Steinish, Isle of Lewis

Image: The Lews Distillery

Inspired by their Hebridean roots, David and Karen Ross craft Stornoway Hebridean Gin from their croft in Steinish, using island botanicals like heather and gorse for a floral sweetness, balanced with citrus, cubeb and cassia. Hand-distilled from start to finish on Lewis, it’s the first of its kind - bold, vibrant, and full of local character. A true taste of Stornoway, made with pride, care, and a warm Hebridean welcome.

You can pick up a bottle at various stockists on island or purchase online.

4. SkyDancer Coffee

Gasay, Lochboisdale, South Uist

Image: SkyDancer Coffee

Based in South Uist, Skydancer Coffee is the Outer Hebrides’ only coffee roastery and it’s a gem. Roasting beans in small batches to maximise flavour and freshness, SkyDancer carefully selects ethically sourced beans from around the globe and brings them to life on the islands. With tasting notes that range from rich and chocolatey to fruity and floral, SkyDancer offers a premium coffee experience. Perfect for visitors in need of a warming cup after a day exploring the islands.

You can pick up coffee at the the roastery in Lochboisdale and at various stockists on island or purchase online.

Why Our Food and Drink Producers Shine

• Local sourcing & sustainability – From croft-grown and foraged  ingredients to eco-conscious packaging and ethically sourced beans, these producers are committed to low-impact, high-quality practices.
• Craft and creativity – Whether it’s small-batch mustard, a uniquely balanced gin, or a perfectly roasted coffee bean, each product is the result of care, skill and a love for the islands.
• Island identity – Every sip or bite connects you to the Outer Hebrides: its land, its weather, its people, and its traditions.

Going Further: Explore the Trail

Don’t miss the Eat Drink Hebrides Trail, a self-guided journey through the islands’ best food and drink producers. Whether you’re after seafood, spirits, preserves, or coffee, the trail weaves together a culinary story of the Outer Hebrides - celebrating its sustainable ethos, warm hospitality, and deeply rooted traditions.

Pro Tips

• Plan ahead – Many producers are small-scale and family-run, so it’s worth checking opening hours of shops
• Shop local– some don’t have a physical shop yet, but you can purchase produce in local shops
• Online shop – you can purchase online at Buth Hebrides, our online marketplace

The Outer Hebrides aren’t just a feast for the eyes - they’re a feast for the palate too. From the first tang of mustard to the final sip of coffee, these island flavours offer a rich, memorable taste of life on the Atlantic islands of Scotland.