Among peated whiskies, you will find a wide range of profiles, from the intense peat smoke of Islay to the lighter, more delicate smokiness typical of Speyside. This selection of peated whisky under 60 euros highlights bottles known for their technical precision, the origin of their distillate, and the transparency of their production methods.
Kilchoman Machir Bay
This single malt comes from one of the few family-owned farm distilleries on the island of Islay. Kilchoman’s signature expression is crafted from a vatting of whiskies matured 90% in first-fill bourbon casks and 10% in Oloroso sherry casks.
Distinctively peated, it displays a level of 50 ppm (phenol parts per million). It is bottled without chill filtration and without added colouring, reflecting a transparent production approach.
KILCHOMAN Machir Bay
59.9 €
Nose: Lemon, vanilla biscuit and delicate smoke.
Palate: Tropical fruits, sultanas and generous smoke.
Finish: Lingering notes of iodine and liquorice.
Lagg Kilmory Edition
The first permanent single malt from the Lagg Distillery, located in the south of the Isle of Arran, this expression is produced using Concerto barley peated to 50 ppm. It is matured entirely in first-fill bourbon casks.
This whisky is driven by the intensity of the peat and the purity of the distillate.
LAGG Kilmory Edition
59.9 €
Nose: Vegetal and fruity. Heather smoke and burnt citrus.
Appearance: Pale gold.
Palate: Smoky and fruity. An initial burst of fruit gives way to a subtle bonfire smoke.
Finish: Long and full, with notes of citrus and peat.
Big Peat (Douglas Laing)
This blended malt brings together some of the most iconic single malts from the island of Islay, including distillates from Ardbeg, Caol Ila, Bowmore and rare stocks from Port Ellen.
It focuses on the island’s classic markers: peat smoke, maritime notes and ash.
BIG PEAT
59.9 €
Nose: Unmistakably Islay. Precise notes of liquorice stick, ash and fireplace smoke. It becomes distinctly medicinal, with clove, peat kiln and roasted malted barley. Hints of varnish and warm tar.
Appearance: Pale gold.
Palate: A true concentrate of peat. Layers of tar, fuel, camphor, eucalyptus and menthol unfold in succession, evoking warm rubber.
Finish: Long, lingering on warm asphalt with a subtle vegetal note.
Mr. Peat
Bottled at 46% ABV, without chill filtration or added colouring, this whisky reveals a powerful peated character combined with notes of iodine and lemon. It offers an accessible entry point into heavily smoky profiles while keeping the budget under control.
MISTER PEAT Original
42.9 €
Nose: Vegetal and smoky. Peat, wood fire and iodine.
Appearance: Pale gold.
Palate: Lively and earthy. Lemon, garrigue and anise.
Finish: Soft, with notes of toasted barley and ash.
Port Askaig 8 Year Old
This Islay single malt benefits from a complex maturation combining American oak casks, bourbon barrels, Pedro Ximénez sherry casks and refill hogsheads. This ageing approach brings added structure and depth to the whisky’s naturally smoky character.
PORT ASKAIG 8 ans
59.9 €
Nose: Peaty and zesty. Coal smoke, lemon oil and pine.
Palate: Rich and indulgent. Honey, grilled grapefruit and black pepper.
Finish: Powerful yet smooth, with notes of chocolate, ginger and cured ham.
Johnnie Walker Black Label (12 Year Old)
A historic benchmark within the blended Scotch category, Black Label brings together more than 30 malt and grain whiskies aged for at least 12 years. It delivers an integrated and consistent peat influence, making it a versatile option for neat tasting or cocktails.
Nose: Rich and complex. Aromas of dried fruits, vanilla, caramel and spiced oak, with subtle hints of smoke.
Palate: Smooth and rounded. Notes of dark fruits, chocolate, light peat and a touch of honey, all beautifully balanced.
Finish: Long and smoky, revealing ripe fruit, vanilla and a gentle spice that leaves a very pleasant impression.
AnCnoc Peated Sherry
Produced at the Knockdhu Distillery, this single malt stands out for its finishing in sherry casks. Bottled without added colouring or chill filtration, it displays a moderate peat influence balanced by the roundness and depth brought by the sherry maturation.
AN CNOC Peated Sherry
49.9 €
Nose: Delicate smoke reminiscent of a campfire, with notes of honey and fresh cinnamon.
Appearance: Bright amber.
Palate: Rich, with flavours of caramelised apples, creamy vanilla and wood smoke.
Finish: Refined, with a fruity and indulgent peat.
Elements of Islay “Cask Edit”
Created by Elixir Distillers, this expression is a blended malt made from single malts sourced from different parts of Islay. The maturation combines bourbon and sherry casks.
The aim is to deliver a structured smoky profile shaped by the influence of the different types of wood used during ageing.
Nose: Fresh and smoky. Citrus, iodine and smoked bacon.
Appearance: Pale gold.
Palate: Indulgent and smooth. Baked apples, salted caramel and dark chocolate.
Finish: Precise, with notes of apple tart, gentle spices and tea.
Ardbeg 10 Year Old
An essential reference from the island of Islay, Ardbeg 10 Year Old is matured exclusively in bourbon casks. Bottled without chill filtration, it is renowned for its phenolic intensity and its balance between smoke, lemon and malty sweetness.
ARDBEG 10 ans Ten
52.9 €
Nose: Balanced and deep. Phenolic, peaty and smoky at first, with a subtle chocolate note. It develops into candied fruits such as lemon and grapefruit, alongside iodine and camphor nuances.
Appearance: Bright gold.
Palate: Firm and lively. The attack opens with spices such as grey pepper and clove, before smoke and ash assert themselves. Subtle liquorice notes lead into an increasingly earthy and saline mid-palate.
Finish: Long and ashy, with freshly cut grass and spearmint highlighting its herbal character.
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