Meet Tilly Rose

Meet Tilly Rose

Young woman taking a selfie in a mirror, holding a glass of orange juice, in a hotel room with a bed and framed pictures on the wall.

Hi, I am Tilly

I have lived on Islay since September 2008, so at the time of writing this, 18 years.

I have been in the whisky industry since I was 16, doing my work experience in Bruichladdich Distillery and then going on to work there for just under a year.

Due to a change in circumstances, I dropped out of my first university course in Glasgow and began my job at Bunnahabhain Distillery.

I think it is safe to say that for everyone who knows me, Bunnahabhain is where I found my love of whisky. The people, the passion, the stories, everything about the spirit engulfed me in and turned me into who I am today.

I am now back at University, studying in Edinburgh, so get ready for a LOT of city talk!

View from a boat on a calm body of water during sunset or sunrise, with distant mountains and a colored sky.

“I am in a place in my life that most women in their 20s have to fight to be in. Having been in the industry since such a young age, I am grateful to have connections throughout.”

“Islay made me who I am; it is the most incredible place to have your childhood revolve around.”

A woman sitting at a restaurant table with a plate of steaming food, smiling. The plate includes a Yorkshire pudding, bacon-wrapped sausage, vegetables, and roast potatoes. In the foreground, a plate of lamb chops with mashed potatoes and green beans
A girl sitting on a black circular bench, holding a small fluffy brown dog, inside a building near a door with a glass window. The girl is wearing glasses, a black outfit, and white sneakers. A red and black blanket is draped over the back of the ben
A young woman with long, blonde hair taking a mirror selfie in a room, wearing a black and pink sports outfit, with sunglasses on her head, holding a can in her left hand.
Young calf standing in a grassy field near a metal fence with rolling hills and ocean in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Scenic landscape of mountains reflected in calm water during sunset or sunrise, with a partly cloudy sky.
Beach with sandy shoreline, footprints, and sparse vegetation under a clear sky with the sun shining brightly.
A young woman with long blonde hair sitting at an outdoor cafe, holding a glass of white wine, with a cityscape and statues in the background.
Sunset over a calm body of water with a small boat floating near the shoreline and rocky terrain in the foreground.
A person feeding a young sheep with a bottle outside, near a wooden structure.
A person standing on a gravel path wearing black rubber boots, with a black dog beside them, both viewed from above.
A blackboard with a list of names and the text 'Welcome to Bunnahabhain ISLAY SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY Warehouse 9'. Behind it, there is a wooden barrel and a wall with the text 'Bunnahabhain DISTILLERY WAREHOUSE N°9'.
A woman riding on a man’s shoulders at an outdoor concert or festival during sunset, with a crowd of people in the background and a cloudy sky overhead.
A historic castle on a hilltop with stone walls and multiple windows, surrounded by a sunrise sky.
A scenic view of a lush, green garden with yellow flowering bushes in the foreground, a wooden pier crossing a small waterway, tall grasses, trees, and a cloudy sky overhead.
Assorted seafood dishes on a restaurant table, including grilled sardines, mussels, fried chicken with fries and sauce, fresh bread, and other side dishes.

Get to know Me

  • For me, it is a white wine; I am a big fan of New Zealand wine. A nice cold glass (or bottle) is normally my go-to!

    I know I’m cheating on whisky, but I won’t lie, it isn’t my go-to tipple!

  • Glen Coe, without hesitation.

    I have so many incredible memories over there, it’s a place that is just unbeatable for me!

  • My Warehouse Nine experiences are still to this day are some of my fondest moments in both my professional and personal life. Hosting Warehouse Nines is something I miss, honestly, daily. I am so jealous every time people tell me they are heading over to Islay, I haven't been home for a while and I am definitely missing the salty fresh air!

  • What can I say, I love to talk, I love to write, and I love to be able to babble on about things I care about! This site started as an Instagram account I used for work, and now it has morphed into this, which I cant lie is something I am very proud of and I have worked really hard to create.