Smokehead Tequila Cask 70cl is where Islay attitude meets Mexican fire, a limited edition single malt that breaks every rule with confidence. Known for pushing boundaries, Smokehead takes its famously peaty whisky and finishes it in fiery Tequila casks, creating an unexpected explosion of smoke, citrus, and spice. This is not a dram for the cautious, it’s bold, loud, and unapologetically original.

Smokehead Tequila Cask 70cl
Brand: Smokehead | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 43% | Origin: Islay, Scotland | Vol: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: A blast of earthy peat and charred oak collides with agave brightness, lime zest, and roasted pineapple.
Palate: Smoky and zesty, with layers of tequila spice, vanilla, salted caramel, and citrus peel wrapped in Islay smoke.
Finish: Long, fiery, and smoky sweet, leaving a trail of pepper, oak, and tropical fruit.

Production Details:
Distilled on Islay and aged in oak before being finished in ex-Tequila casks, this edition captures the perfect balance between Scottish power and Latin flair. The finishing adds vibrancy and bite — an experiment that turns tradition inside out while keeping Smokehead’s DNA of intensity and rebellion intact.

Perfect For:
Perfect for whisky lovers who crave something unexpected. A pour for the adventurous, best enjoyed at late-night gatherings, barbecues, or wherever bold flavor belongs.

Expert Notes:
Experts describe it as “a riot of smoke and citrus,” a whisky that defies convention with precision. It’s a rare fusion of two bold worlds, Islay’s peat and Mexico’s sun, balanced with surprising harmony.

Customer Reviews: 

“Explosive, smoky, and thrillingly different, Smokehead at full throttle.”
“Tequila finish adds a wild twist, smoky yet refreshingly zesty.”
“One of the most unique Islay drams I’ve tried. Pure fun in a glass.”

Interesting Fact:
Smokehead’s Tequila Cask was inspired by a growing trend of cask experimentation but pushed to the extreme. Few distilleries have dared to use Tequila wood, Smokehead made it their statement of defiance.

Serving Suggestions:
Best enjoyed neat or over a large ice cube for slow burning complexity. Try it with chargrilled meats or smoked tacos for a pairing that amplifies both the peat and the agave.

Distillery Background:
Bottled by Ian Macleod Distillers, Smokehead is Islay’s most rebellious single malt, known for turning traditional Scotch on its head. Each limited edition celebrates experimentation and individuality. The Tequila Cask release embodies that philosophy, fearless, fiery, and full of character.