Big Peat Aged 12 Years – Douglas Laing’s 70 cl. 46%

Of course, just having a fun bottle is no good if the whisky inside isn’t great too. Thankfully Big Peat always delivers on that front, so this 12-year-old Islay Blended Malt constituted of Ardbeg, Bowmore, Caol Ila and (somehow still) Port Ellen should be an absolute belter.

Nose: Clean, fresh, salty and oceanic, developing to sweet malt dried over peat.

Palate: Anticipate charred oak, chimney smoke, rock pools and summer tar.

Finish: Long and lingering with brown sugar, bonfire ashes and a real phenolic quality.

Big Peat 12-year-old is a skillfully blended Islay Malt that takes you on a journey through one of Scotland’s most iconic whisky regions. With renowned distilleries like Ardbeg, Bowmore, and Caol Ila, along with the legendary Port Ellen, it delivers a robust, peaty character combined with subtle sweet notes. The bottle reflects both the humor and craftsmanship behind the whisky, offering a unique tasting experience with every glass.