Price: £40.50
(as of Aug 15, 2025 04:07:50 UTC – Details)
Smokehead Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is intensely rich yet subtly sweet. With immense smoke and notes of sea salt and spice, this is a vigorous whisky that stands out from the crowd.
BOLD WHISKY FOR OUTLIERS: Smokehead is an intensely peated Islay single malt for those who reject the ordinary. Designed for bold palates, it delivers a powerful and unconventional whisky experience that defies tradition.
RICH, SMOKY AROMA PROFILE: Thick woodsmoke and earthy peat dominate the nose, balanced by vibrant layers of fresh lemon, spicy ginger, and sweet plum jam for a bold and complex first impression.
EXPLOSIVE FLAVOUR EXPERIENCE: A thrilling combination of peppery heat, deep peat smoke, cocoa notes, and honeyed sweetness creates a bold, full-bodied flavour journey. Each sip delivers smoky intensity balanced with smooth richness.
POWERFUL FINISH WITH A SURPRISING TWIST: The flavour finishes with a burst of exotic spices and mandarin citrus, providing a brief moment of balance before the smoky peat returns, leaving a lasting and memorable impression.
CRAFTED BY IAN MACLEOD DISTILLERS IN SCOTLAND: This 70cl, 40% ABV single malt is distilled on Islay, capturing the bold, smoky character of the region. Smokehead honors Islay’s whisky tradition while offering a distinct, intense experience for adventurous drinkers.
A rollercoaster of peat and spice with some delicate sweetness
Heavy smoke and peat on the nose, with lemon, fresh ginger.
A taste of cocoa, peat and some honey sweetness then explodes with peppery spice and more earthy peat
Customers say
Customers find this Islay single malt scotch to be an exceptional dram with pleasant peaty overtones and a well-designed bottle. They appreciate its smoothness and consider it good value for money. The smokeiness receives mixed reactions, with some customers enjoying the strong bonfire notes while others find it overpowering.