Ever smelled rain on peat soil? That’s peatrichor and this Big Peat Feis Ìle 2021 Edition captures that earthy, smoky magic in a bottle. Bottled at cask strength and named after the scent of rain on dry earth, this Islay exclusive goes deep into the soul of smoke, sea, and soil.

Big Peat Peatrichor Edition Feis Ìle 2021 – Cask Strength 70cl
Brand: Douglas Laing | Category: Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 53.8% | Origin: Islay, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile
Nose: Damp bonfire smoke, sea breeze, cracked rock, and herbal peat, evocative and earthy from the first nosing.
Palate: Explosive Islay character. Barbecued citrus, iodine, dry ash, and smoked malt swirl over a dense, oily texture.
Finish: Long and elemental. Peat embers, mineral-rich earth, sea salt, and char linger with wild precision.

Production Details
Crafted from Islay’s top single malts, including Ardbeg, Bowmore, Caol Ila, and Port Ellen, blended with no grain and bottled at a formidable 53.8% cask strength. Non-chill filtered and natural in color. A tribute to the earthy, primal notes that define Islay.

Perfect For
Peat heads, Feis Ìle collectors, and anyone who loves whisky that walks the line between wilderness and finesse. This is not a beginner’s dram, it’s a sensory statement.

Expert Notes
One of the most evocative Big Peat releases to date. The 2021 “Peatrichor” edition is praised for its intense earthy notes and balance between coastal smoke and mineral freshness. It’s whisky that doesn’t just taste of Islay, it feels like it.

Customer Reviews
“Peat, rain, earth, and fire, absolutely nailed the name.”   Anton G., Makati
“Cask strength peat done with finesse. My favorite Feis Ìle bottle yet.”   Sarah V., Taguig
“Smells like an Islay storm just rolled in. Loved every sip.”   Martin E., Cebu

Interesting Fact
“Peatrichor” isn’t just a poetic name, it’s a real scientific term for the scent that rises when rain hits dry soil. This whisky uses it as a tasting map, evoking the earthy richness of a rain soaked Islay coast.

Serving Suggestions
Neat for full Islay impact. A splash of water teases out citrus and herbal peat. Pairs beautifully with charred meats, smoked fish, or wild mushroom dishes.

Distillery Background
Big Peat is the face of Islay in Douglas Laing’s “Remarkable Regional Malts” collection. Each Feis Ìle edition honors the annual festival with bold, limited-edition releases that celebrate Islay’s smoky soul and “Peatrichor” might just be the most poetic yet.