Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch #12 Single Malt [700ML]

Description

Looking for a Scotch whisky that delivers serious peat punch with the complexity to match?

Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch #12 represents Campbeltown’s boldest expression from the historic Glengyle Distillery. This cask strength powerhouse at 58.4% ABV showcases what happens when traditional Scottish craftsmanship meets heavily peated malting at 45 PPM. Part of the acclaimed “Peat In Progress” series, this limited edition release stands alongside other exceptional peated expressions like Port Charlotte’s heavily peated offerings and Kilchoman’s cask strength expressions.

**Technical Specifications:**
• Distillery: Glengyle (Kilkerran) – Campbeltown’s newest operational distillery, revived in 2004
• Region: Campbeltown, Scotland – maritime influence with distinctive coastal character
• ABV: 58.4% cask strength – undiluted intensity preserving maximum flavor complexity
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: Predominantly ex-Bourbon casks (90-100%) with occasional Sherry cask influence
• Tasting Notes: Nose opens with wood smoke, orchard fruits, and creamy honey. Palate delivers layered peat smoke, tropical fruits, grilled meat, and dark chocolate. Finish extends long with peppery smoke and lemon sherbet
• Best Served: Neat or with a splash of water to unlock hidden complexities

Our spirits team at Mr. Chow’s Liquor Store has found this expression perfectly balances aggressive peat smoke with surprising fruit sweetness – a hallmark of Campbeltown’s unique terroir that distinguishes it from Islay’s medicinal peat character.

Ideal for: Serious whisky collectors and peat enthusiasts seeking something beyond typical Islay expressions. Pairs with: Rich Malaysian dishes like beef rendang or char siu, where the smoke complements spiced meats beautifully. Recommended for: Those who appreciate distinctive single malt expressions with bold character and limited availability.