Islay produces some of the most distinctive and heavily peated single malts in Scotland. Located off the west coast of Scotland, Islay is home to nine active distilleries and produces a wide range of whiskies, from smoky and peaty to lighter and more floral.
Islay whiskies are known for their unique flavor profile, which is influenced by the island’s climate and geography. The island’s peat bogs give the whisky its characteristic smoky flavor, while the Atlantic Ocean contributes to its salty and briny notes. Islay whiskies are also typically aged in oak casks, which adds to their complexity and depth of flavor.