The First-Ever Big Peat Winter Edition
For the very first time, Douglas Laing’s legendary Islay character, Big Peat, dons his winter coat. The Big Peat Winter Edition has landed – bold, smoky, and bracing as an Islay storm, yet layered with unexpected warmth from a finishing period in Madeira Wine Casks. It’s a seasonal dram that unites two islands: the sea-sprayed home of Islay and the sun-drenched Portuguese isle of Madeira.
Madeira Cask Influence
Madeira wine is famed for its rich, caramelised sweetness and sun-soaked vibrancy. By finishing Big Peat in these casks, the Whisky takes on new dimensions: hints of salted caramel, burnt orange and molasses weave seamlessly into the maritime smoke and peat, delivering a dram that’s as complex as it is comforting.
Tasting Notes: Winter Boldness in a Glass
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Nose: Sweet Malt and sea air, salted caramel, vanilla, and lingering Islay peat.
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Palate: Rich layers of molasses and crème brûlée, lifted by burnt orange peel, coal dust and that unmistakable phenolic punch.
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Finish: Long, smoky and satisfying, with citrus zest, sea salt and glowing earthy embers.
A Whisky that feels both storm-swept and fireside-ready.
The Details That Count
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Natural Cask Strength – 53.6% ABV
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No colouring & non-chill filtered
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Premium foiled packaging – striking winter presentation
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Limited Edition
A Collectible Winter Dram
This is Big Peat’s very first Winter Edition, and with its Madeira Cask Finish and storm-defying strength, it’s sure to be a collector’s favourite. Big, bold and beautifully balanced, it’s a dram that captures the essence of Islay in winter with a twist of sunlit sweetness.
