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A whisky distillery on the isle of Islay, notable as one of just two on the island where the preferred production is a non-peated single malt. It has been a part of the Scotch whisky holdings of the South African Distell Group since 2013. A private members club established by Pip Hills in 1983. It has flagship members bars in Edinburgh, Glasgow and London, and partner venues across the world. Its ...
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84 / 100 · Based on 4 published reviews.
The 61.4% ABV gives useful context for a whisky described as very heavily peated, with smoke largely running over the sweetness. The notes still suggest some lift with water: oranges, lemons and floral character, followed by pepper and herbs. That combination makes it sound forceful but not one-note.
CloudberryRadio26 SeptThis is built around peat smoke, with sweetness pushed into the background rather than sharing the lead. The shift toward orange, lemon and floral notes with water adds a clear contrast, while the finish keeps the savoury, herbal side in view.
The peat makes no attempt at subtlety, but the rich, meaty palate gives it some backing. Water brings out oranges and lemons, and pepper and anise take over as the peat eases on the finish. That works for my taste; the ethanol on the nose and smoke crowding out the sweetness keep the score in check.
The name promises smoke, and the documented character follows through: the refill hogshead leaves the oak question open, while peat clearly takes the lead. That makes for a coherent, deliberately smoke-first picture, with sweetness pushed back until water brings out citrus and floral notes. I like that the finish lets the peat recede into pepper, herbs and seaside savouriness rather than holding one loud note throughout. A compelling fit for smoke-led tastes, though oak detail is not what carries it.
