Peats Beast Batch Strength Version Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52,1%

The name doesn't oversell it – Peats Beast Batch Strength is a raw, uncompromising peat bomb from Islay, no frills.

Expert Review

Peats Beast Batch Strength Version Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52,1% is a Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky bottled at 52.1% ABV.

Peats Beast Batch Strength Version has a golden colour with a powerfully peated, raw and salty character. The whisky is neither chill-filtered nor otherwise refined, preserving the full intensity of Islay's peated malt and maritime location.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose is powerful peat smoke with salt, tar and a hint of medicinal sharpness.

Palate

The palate is raw and salty, with peat, tar and an intense smoky character.

Finish

The finish is long and smoky, with lingering salt.

Specifications

Name: Peats Beast Batch Strength Version Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52,1%
Distillery: Peats Beast
Region: Islay, Scotland
Type: Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 52.1%
Size: 70 CL
Non-chill Filtered: Yes
Natural Colour: Yes
Edition: Batch Strength

Flavour Profile

Peated · Maritime · Powerful

Did You Know?

Peats Beast is not tied to a single named distillery, but is composed of peated Islay malt selected specifically for its intensity, giving one of the most heavily smoked expressions on the market.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Peats Beast Batch Strength Version Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52,1%

What does Peats Beast Batch Strength Version Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52,1% taste like?

Peats Beast Batch Strength Version Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52,1% offers a layered flavour profile – see the full tasting notes above for nose, palate and finish.

Should Peats Beast Batch Strength Version Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52,1% be enjoyed neat or with water?

Both work well. Neat shows the whisky's full strength, while a few drops of water can open up the aromas further, especially at 52.1% ABV.

Which glass suits Peats Beast Batch Strength Version Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52,1% best?

A tulip-shaped nosing glass gathers the aromas best and gives the most precise experience of both nose and palate.

Is Peats Beast Batch Strength Version Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52,1% a good gift idea?

Yes, especially for an enthusiast or collector who appreciates cask type, history and character over the ordinary.

How should Peats Beast Batch Strength Version Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52,1% be stored?

Upright, cool and dark, away from direct sunlight and temperature swings. Unopened, the whisky keeps for years.

What defines whisky from Peats Beast?

Peats Beast is known for a style that comes through clearly in Peats Beast Batch Strength Version Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52,1%, with a character that sets it apart from other Scottish distilleries.

Can Peats Beast Batch Strength Version Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52,1% be used in cocktails?

It can certainly work in a simple Old Fashioned, but it is best enjoyed neat first, to show its full character.