Distiller Notes
Peat features heavily in Glenturret's distilling history - records show that they dug peat from the mosses at their water source for whisky production in the early 1800's. The 10 Year Peat Smoked Single Malt Scotch Whiskey celebrates the varying sources of peat now procured for their smoky whiskies. The smoke flavors are constantly evolving and changing through time. The peated spirit style is matured in both first fill and second fill European and American oak casks. The resulting whisky forms a complex single malt that commands a higher strength of 50% ABV.
“A good gulp of hot Scotch Whisky at bedtime–it’s not very scientific, but it helps!”
Alexander Fleming, Scottish inventor of penicillin, prescribed it as a cure for the common cold. Today Single Malt Scotch Whiskies are prized by enthusiasts and aficionados the world over for their rarity, age and complexity. By definition these must be produced in Scotland from a single distillery and made entirely from malted barley, using a pot still. The appearance, aroma and flavor of a Single Malt Scotch Whisky can vary widely depending on whether it was produced in the Highlands, Lowlands Islands, Speyside, Islay or Campbelltown regions.