Scotch Whisky

Scotch whisky is a grain or malt distillate produced exclusively in Scotland, where five distinct regions - Speyside, Islay, Highland, Campbeltown, and Lowland - each impart recognizable characteristics tied to local water, peat, and tradition. Single malts are distilled at a single distillery from malted barley, while blended expressions like The Sassenach combine malt and grain whiskies from multiple sources. Islay's Lagavulin defines the heavily peated, medicinal end of the spectrum across its 16 Year Old, Offerman Edition, and Distillers Edition releases, the latter finished in Pedro Ximénez casks. The Macallan's 12 Year Old Sherry Cask anchors the Speyside style with dried fruit and oak, while Campbeltown's Springbank 10 Year Old offers brine and coastal complexity. The Hearach from Isle of Harris represents newer distilleries earning recognition alongside long-established names.