Bold, earthy, and unapologetically peated, Ballechin 10 Year Old is Edradour Distillery’s answer to Islay’s smoky giants. A heavily peated Highland malt matured in ex bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks, it balances rich smoke with sweet, spicy depth in every powerful sip.

Ballechin 10 Year Old Heavily Peated Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70cl
Brand: Ballechin (by Edradour) | Category: Highland Peated Single Malt | ABV: 46% | Origin: Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile
Nose: Campfire smoke and earthy peat wrapped in dark fruit, cocoa, and a trace of cured meat.
Palate: Full bodied and smoky. Notes of black pepper, burnt toffee, dried cherry, and roasted malt.
Finish: Long and smoldering with lingering spice, oak tannins, and charred sweetness.

Production Details
Distilled at Edradour, one of Scotland’s smallest distilleries and made using malt peated to at least 50ppm. Aged for 10 years in a mix of first fill bourbon barrels and Oloroso sherry casks. Bottled at 46%, non chill filtered, and uncolored.

Perfect For
Peat lovers looking for something off Islay. Best enjoyed fireside, with bold food pairings or late-night reflection.

Expert Notes
Ballechin bridges the gap between Highland malt elegance and Islay-level smoke. It’s a cult favorite among peat enthusiasts seeking rich complexity beyond coastal Scotch.

Customer Reviews
“Peaty, punchy, and surprisingly refined. A hidden gem.”   Neal D.
“Feels like a smoky Speysider, bold but layered.”   Marco P.
“Perfect balance of power and sweetness. Sherry cask works magic here.”   Allan C.

Interesting Fact
Named after the long closed Ballechin distillery, this expression revives a smoky Highland tradition lost for over a century, now reborn with Edradour’s small batch precision.

Serving Suggestions
Neat or with a few drops of water to soften the edges and expose the sherry sweetness beneath the smoke. Ideal with grilled meats or dark chocolate with sea salt.

Distillery Background
Produced by Edradour, one of Scotland’s smallest traditional distilleries, nestled in Pitlochry. Known for handcrafted methods and limited releases, Edradour channels big flavor through small-scale production and Ballechin is its boldest voice.