Edradour Ballechin 10 year old Peated Cask Single Highland Malt 46%

Ballechin's most approachable expression is also one of its most characterful — a solid peated Highland whisky without unnecessary fuss.

The expert's description

Edradour Ballechin 10 years old Peated Cask is a Single Highland Malt Whisky bottled at 46%.

This 10-year-old release is one of the more approachable bottlings in the Ballechin series and serves as a solid introduction to the distillery's peated style. At a moderate strength of 46%, the whisky shows Ballechin's earthy, powerful smoke in an accessible and well-balanced form, without compromising on character.

Tasting notes

Nose

Earthy smoke and fresh malt, with a hint of citrus and a touch of tar.

Palate

Full-bodied smoke meets a soft sweetness of honey and caramel, with a lightly salty undercurrent.

Finish

Medium length with lingering smoke and a dry, spicy finish.

Specifications

Name: Edradour Ballechin 10 years old Peated Cask Single Highland Malt 46%
Distillery: Edradour Ballechin
Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 46 %
Size: 70 CL
Distillation method: Double distilled
EAN no.: 5021944087846

Flavour profile

Peated · Fresh

Did you know?

Ballechin takes its name from a small distillery near Edradour that closed in the 1920s — Edradour revived the name in 2003 for its own peated series as a tribute to local whisky history.

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Frequently asked questions about Edradour Ballechin 10 yo Peated Cask

Is this a good introduction to the Ballechin series?

Yes, the moderate strength of 46% and well-balanced smoke make it an obvious starting point for getting to know Ballechin's peated style.

How strong is the smoke compared to Islay whisky?

The smoke is earthy and less maritime than classic Islay whisky, with more focus on peat than salt and seaweed.

Which cask type was used?

The whisky matured on classic peated cask maturation, without any further special finish.

Would this whisky suit a beginner to peated whisky?

Yes, the approachable strength and balanced smoke profile make it well suited for introducing others to peated whisky.

How is it best served?

Neat or with a small splash of water in a nosing glass, so the smoke and the malt's sweetness can fully unfold.

Is this whisky part of Edradour's standard range?

Yes, it's one of the more recurring releases in the Ballechin series, unlike the many single-cask special editions.