Wemyss Malts – Peat Chimney 70cl
Brand: Wemyss Malts | Category: Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 46% | Volume: 700ml | Origin: Scotland

Intro/Heritage:
Peat Chimney isn’t here to shout, it smolders. Crafted by independent bottler Wemyss Malts, this blended malt was designed to showcase the elegance of peated whisky. It’s named not for smoke alone, but for that warm, lingering fireplace glow that comes after a long Highland evening. Expect sophistication over aggression, this is peat refined.

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Like the soft curl of smoke from a distant bonfire, intertwined with honeyed oat biscuits, sea breeze, and lemon zest.
Palate: Medium-bodied with sweet malt, charred citrus peel, and a graceful plume of coastal smoke. There's warmth here, not just heat.
Finish: Long, gently drying, with lingering ash, spice, and a touch of orchard fruit sweetness.

Production Details:
A small-batch blended malt made entirely from single malts sourced across Islay and the Highlands. Wemyss Malts hand-selects casks to balance distinct peat styles—earthy, maritime, and mineral. Bottled at 46% ABV and non-chill filtered for maximum texture and character.

Perfect For:
Ideal for those exploring peat for the first time, or fans of smoky drams who appreciate complexity without intensity overload. Picture a cool night, vinyl on the turntable, and this dram in hand.

Expert Notes:
Peat Chimney regularly earns praise for its balance and finesse. Unlike many heavily peated whiskies, this expression focuses on subtlety, making it a darling of whisky writers and a mainstay on tasting flights.

Customer Reviews:

“A peated whisky that doesn’t punch you, more like a warm hug by the fire.” – David K. ★★★★★
“This made me fall in love with smoke. It’s complex, coastal, and totally moreish.” – Alyssa R. ★★★★☆
“Perfectly balanced. It’s like Islay and the Highlands had a whisky baby.” – Carlo T. ★★★★★

Interesting Fact:
The Wemyss (pronounced “Weems”) family has deep ties to whisky and wine so deep, in fact, that their ancestral home overlooks the site of a historic distillery believed to have inspired the founding of Glenlivet.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve neat or with a few drops of water to expand the smoky citrus notes. For a bold cocktail twist, try it in a peated Penicillin or a smoky Old Fashioned with orange bitters.

Distillery Background:
Wemyss Malts is a boutique independent bottler based in Fife, Scotland. Known for their descriptive naming and flavor-forward approach, they blend and bottle whiskies that tell a sensory story. With a winemaking heritage and a meticulous cask selection philosophy, they bring nuance and narrative to every expression they release.