About Islay
At last count, Islay boasted nine distilleries, including Bowmore, Ardbeg, Bruichladdich and the-soon-to-be revived Port Ellen. Many, wrongly, believe all whiskies from Islay are heavily peated. As is the case with all the regions, it is difficult to make sweeping statements on the flavour profile here as each producer has a distinct character but the “classic” notes would be smoke, fruit and a maritime influence.
