Dive into the rugged world of Islay with Big Peat 12 Year Old – a smoky, maritime blended malt whisky crafted from the finest Islay single malts. Buy online today and experience a peaty powerhouse aged to smoky perfection.

Product Overview

Big Peat 12 Year Old is a small-batch Islay blended malt Scotch whisky, created by Douglas Laing & Co., one of Scotland’s most respected independent bottlers. This expression features a selection of Islay’s finest single malts, including spirit from legendary distilleries such as Ardbeg, Bowmore, Caol Ila, and Port Ellen.

Aged for a minimum of 12 years, this release offers the classic Big Peat punch, but with extra maturity — balancing powerful smoke, sea salt, charred oak, and sweet malt in every sip. Non-chill filtered and bottled at natural strength, it delivers an authentic, full-bodied Islay whisky experience.

Key Features & Details

✅ Type: Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (Islay)
✅ Region: Islay, Scotland
✅ ABV (Alcohol by Volume): 46%
✅ Bottle Size: 700ml
✅ Age Statement: 12 Years
✅ Filtration & Color: Non-chill filtered, natural color
✅ Producer: Douglas Laing & Co.
✅ Packaging: Presented in Big Peat’s signature rugged gift tube

Tasting Notes

🔥 Aroma: Robust and smoky with notes of soot, seaweed, iodine, vanilla, and lemon zest
🥃 Palate: A robust profile featuring charred oak and chimney smoke, intertwined with flavors of clementine oranges, lemon tea, and a strong oak character 🎯 Finish: Long-lasting and phenolic, with lingering notes of brown sugar, bonfire ashes, and a real phenolic quality

Serving Suggestions

🥃 Best Served Neat or with a Splash of Water – To explore the intensity and layers of smoky complexity
🧊 On the Rocks (optional) – Smooths the edges for a softer Islay ride
🍽️ Perfect Pairings:

• Chargrilled steaks or smoked ribs
  

• Roasted almonds or smoked cheeses
  

• Salted caramel desserts
  

• Oysters or smoked salmon
  

Why Choose Big Peat 12 Year Old?

✔ Authentic Islay Character – Bold, smoky, salty, and unforgettable
✔ Blended from Iconic Islay Distilleries – Including Ardbeg, Bowmore, Caol Ila, and rare Port Ellen
✔ Small Batch Craftsmanship – Carefully selected and expertly married by Douglas Laing
✔ Non-Chill Filtered & Natural Color – True to Islay’s rugged spirit
✔ Ideal for Peat Lovers and Collectors – A must-have smoky malt for any whisky cabinet

🛒 Order Big Peat 12 Year Old Today – A Smoked and Salty Celebration of Islay’s Best Malts.