Peat Peak

 

 

 

43°

Distillery Officially Unknown - Speyside

Bourbon Casks and Sherry Finish

Independent Bottling 

By Jean Boyer

Core Range 

Blended Malt 

Launched in 2016

Unchillfiltered 

Although it comes from a single distillery, the fact that this whisky was bottled in France would not allow it to retain its Single Malt designation. Another example of these absurd regulations in the world of spirits. In any case, the distillate comes from a great Speyside distillery, the peat is neither smoky nor iodised, and I wouldn't be able to guess its origin. It does, however, seem to me to bear a slight resemblance to Benromach or Loch Lomond.

Let's Taste It : 

Vanilla on the nose, quite honeyed, soft and delicate, buttery, the peat is not at all overpowering. This is definitely Speyside peat, country peat, even farmland peat. Some orchard fruits and vegetables, but it remains austere overall. Smooth and balanced on the palate, with hazelnuts and other nuts, cashew nuts and a few white plums. Light spices but with character, turmeric and cloves. Warm chestnuts. Good but rather short finish, charcoal and earth, undergrowth, a pinch of cola.

 

In Short, 

In my humble opinion, it's not bad at all. It's a typical Speyside peat, which gives it a certain originality, it's not too young despite the absence of any mention of age, and it's decent overall. The price isn't outrageous, so you could say it's affordable.

Score : 84

                                          To Be Listened While Sipping :

  

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