Isfjord Premium Arctic #2 Peated Single Malt Whisky 50 cl 42%

Peat from Scottish moorlands, water from Greenlandic glaciers, a distillery in Køge. Isfjord #2 is a cross-continental encounter — lightly smoked, matured in new oak, and built on the purity of Arctic water.

Expert description

Isfjord Premium Arctic #2 is a lightly peated Danish Single Malt Whisky at 42%, bottled at 50 cl, distilled at Braunstein Distillery in Køge, Denmark, and matured in new American oak casks. Like #1, it is built around Arctic iceberg water from the glaciers near Ilulissat, Greenland — thousands of years old and free of modern contaminants. The difference lies in the malt and the cask: #2 uses lightly peated malt and is matured in new oak, which contributes fresh vanilla and coconut notes along with structure and tannins. The peat level is enough to define the character without overpowering it.

Tasting notes

Nose

Smoke and fresh oak with light fruity notes. Vanilla sweetness mingles with a hint of sea salt and herbs.

Palate

Gentle smoke, light pepper and a touch of citrus. The new oak adds structure and dry tannins.

Finish

Medium length with lingering, mild smoke and dry wood notes. Clean and precise.

Specifications

Name: Isfjord Premium Arctic #2 Peated Single Malt Whisky
Distillery: Braunstein Distillery
Bottler: Isfjord
Region/Country: Denmark
Type: Danish Peated Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 42%
Size: 50 CL
Cask type: New American oak casks
EAN no.: 5704815600114

Flavour profile

Peated · Fresh oak · Lightly spiced · Vanilla · Saline

Did you know?

While most peated single malts use Scottish peat-dried malt alone, Isfjord #2 pairs that peated malt with Greenlandic iceberg water and new American oak maturation — an unusual combination even by global standards.

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Frequently asked questions about Isfjord Premium Arctic #2 Peated

How peated is Isfjord #2?

Lightly peated. Isfjord #2 uses peated malt but stays well below the heavy smoke levels of classic Islay whiskies. The peat is present and defining but not overpowering — it complements rather than dominates.

What is the difference between Isfjord #1 and #2?

Isfjord #1 is unpeated and matured in Oloroso sherry casks. Isfjord #2 is lightly peated and matured in new American oak casks. Both share the same Greenlandic iceberg water but taste very different. See our full Isfjord range to compare.

What does new American oak add to the whisky?

New oak casks contribute strong vanilla, coconut and light sweetness, alongside firm tannins and structure. Combined with lightly peated malt, the result is a fresh, direct profile that differs clearly from sherry-matured expressions.

Is Isfjord #2 a good introduction to peated whisky?

Yes. The light peat level and fresh oak profile make it accessible for those exploring peated whisky without starting with the heaviest expressions. It sits comfortably between unpeated and heavily smoked styles.

Can Isfjord #2 be used in cocktails?

Yes. The smoke and fresh oak character work well in a Penicillin or a smoked Old Fashioned. The moderate peat level provides flexibility without overwhelming other cocktail components.

What food does Isfjord #2 pair with?

The smoke and saline note make it a natural companion for lightly smoked fish, oysters and aged hard cheeses. The mild sweetness from the new oak keeps it from becoming too heavy at the table.