Description

Looking for a peated Scotch that won’t overwhelm your palate with intense smoke?

Glen Moray Peated Speyside Single Malt represents something truly unique in the whisky world – a lightly peated expression from the traditionally unpeated Speyside region. This innovative approach combines Highland peat with Glen Moray’s signature smoothness, creating an accessible entry point into peated whiskies. Unlike the intense smoke bombs from Islay, this expression offers balanced complexity that bridges the gap between gentle Speyside malts like Tomintoul’s refined expressions and heavily peated alternatives such as Big Peat’s bold Islay blend.

• Distillery: Glen Moray – established 1897 in Elgin, Speyside
• Region: Speyside – known for elegant, fruit-forward whiskies
• ABV: 40% – perfectly balanced for neat sipping or cocktails
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: American oak ex-bourbon casks for vanilla sweetness
• Tasting Notes: Nose reveals gentle peat smoke with vanilla and rhubarb. Palate delivers campfire smoke, vanilla cream, cinnamon spice, and fresh apple. Finish is long with sweet vanilla, subtle ash, and warming spices
• Best Served: Neat at room temperature in a Glencairn glass

Our team at Jackie’s Liquor Store has found this expression particularly impressive for its restraint and balance. We’ve evaluated numerous peated malts, and this stands out for delivering complexity without intimidation – perfect for those curious about smoke but wary of overwhelming peat.

Ideal for: Whisky enthusiasts exploring peated styles, dinner parties, and thoughtful gifts. Pairs with: Rich Malaysian dishes like beef rendang, char siu, and spicy tom yam. Recommended for: Collectors seeking balanced complexity, alongside expressions like BenRiach’s smoky offerings for comparison tasting.