Peatside 2011 Murray McDavid 7 year old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 50%

A peated blended malt from one of Scotland's most respected independent bottlers.

Expert description

Peatside 2011 is a Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, distilled in 2011 and bottled after 7 years at 50% under Murray McDavid's The Vatting series. Murray McDavid was founded in 1996 and is today owned by ACEO, having originally been part of the Bruichladdich family. This bottling, part of The Vatting series, combines peated whiskies from several distilleries, including North British, Caol Ila and Peatside, matured in a mix of wine, sherry and bourbon casks to create a complex, smoky profile.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers smoke, peat and a hint of salted caramel.

Palate

The palate is powerful with smoky malt, sherry and spice.

Finish

The finish is long, smoky and spicy.

Specifications

Name: Peatside 2011 Murray McDavid 7 år Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Bottler: Murray McDavid
Region/Country: Scotland
Type: Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 7 years
ABV: 50%
Distilled: 2011
Cask type: Wine, sherry and bourbon casks

Flavour profile

Smoky · Spicy · Powerful · Sherried

Investment potential

Medium — a complex vatting of peated whiskies from several named distilleries, assembled by a respected independent bottler in a relatively limited run.

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Frequently asked questions about Peatside 2011 Murray McDavid 7 år Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

What is a 'vatting' in whisky?

It's a blend of whiskies from several different casks or distilleries to create a composite, complex profile — unlike a single cask, which comes from just one barrel.

Which distilleries are in this bottling?

The blend includes whisky from North British, Caol Ila and Peatside, matured in a combination of wine, sherry and bourbon casks.

How is Peatside 2011 Murray McDavid 7 år Blended Malt Scotch Whisky best served?

In a nosing glass with a few drops of water added to tame the strength and open up the smoky notes.

How should Peatside 2011 Murray McDavid 7 year old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 50% be stored?

Standing upright, cool and dark, like any other spirits bottle. Once opened, the contents keep best if enjoyed within a year or so.

Is Peatside 2011 Murray McDavid 7 year old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 50% a good gift idea?

Yes, Peatside 2011 Murray McDavid 7 year old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 50% is a natural choice for anyone who appreciates craftsmanship and characterful flavour experiences — especially for the whisky enthusiast keen to explore beyond the most familiar names.

What is Wine, sherry and bourbon casks, and how does it affect the flavour?

Wine, sherry and bourbon casks contributes its own character during maturation — typically influencing colour, sweetness, and spiced or fruity notes, depending on what the cask previously held.