An Cnoc Peatheart Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky β 70cl
The most surprising and compelling expression in the anCnoc range β and one that fundamentally reframes what Singapore whisky enthusiasts might expect from a Speyside distillery. Peatheart uses heavily peated barley at over 35 PPM phenol level β a dramatic departure from the distillery's characteristically light and unpeated house style β producing a whisky of bold, assertive smoke that sits in remarkable contrast with the clean, citrus-forward Speyside character beneath. Non-chill filtered and bottled at 46% ABV, Peatheart demonstrates with elegance that Knockdhu's spirit is robust and characterful enough to carry substantial peat without losing its underlying identity β the smoke present and powerful from the first sip, yet the fruit and fresh character of the distillery unmistakably there beneath it. An excellent peated Speyside alternative to Islay for those who enjoy smoke with a lighter, fruitier counterpoint.
TASTING NOTES
The smoke is well-presented, then revealing notes of leather and stewed apple. Chocolate then appears, finding its balance with vanilla and lemon zest.