There's life in the old girl yet! A world without Ardbeg? Not if Glenmorangie plc had anything to do with it! In 1997, recognising the uniquely graceful and balanced qualities of this precious malt, they stepped in to revive, repair and restore the distillery back to its former glory. Over £1.4 million has been spent on new heating tanks, steam lines, feed tanks and more. Three washbacks have been replaced in Oregon pine, and one of the stills faithfully replicated down to the tiniest detail. Even some familiar faces are working here once again. The maltings are now in Port Ellen, still made to Ardbeg's exact requirements, which has left the original buildings with their distinctive pagoda roofs free to house the Old Kiln Cafe and shop - now a hub of activity for locals and visitors alike.