What Is Islay Whisky?
Islay (pronounced 'eye-lah') is a small island off the west coast of Scotland and the most famous whisky-producing region in the world. Its whiskies are defined by intense peat smoke, iodine, and maritime character — one of the most distinctive flavour profiles in spirits.
Single MaltLagavulin
Lagavulin 16 Year Old
$98
Single MaltBunnahabhain
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old
$53
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Single MaltBruichladdich
Port Charlotte 10 Year Old
$69
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Single MaltLaphroaig
Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Oak Finish
$67
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Single MaltCaol Ila
Caol Ila 12 Year Old
$68
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Single MaltSeaweed & Aeons & Digging & Fire
Seaweed & Aeons & Digging & Fire & Sherry Casks & Cask Strength 10 Year Old
$127
Single MaltSeaweed & Aeons & Digging & Fire
Seaweed & Aeons & Digging & Fire 10 Year Old
$51
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Single MaltLaphroaig
Laphroaig 10 Year Old Cask Strength
$761
Single MaltLaphroaig
Laphroaig 18 Year Old - Pre 2016
$380
Blended MaltBig Peat
Big Peat
$44
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Single MaltArdbeg
Ardbeg 10 Year Old
$50
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Single MaltLaphroaig
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition)
$253
Frequently asked questions
What is Islay whisky?
Islay whisky is Scotch single malt produced on the island of Islay. It's famous for heavy peat smoke from burning peat used to dry malted barley. Key distilleries include Ardbeg, Laphroaig, Lagavulin, Bowmore, and Bruichladdich.
Why is Islay whisky so smoky?
The peat on Islay has a high phenol content from centuries of compressed organic matter. When burned to dry malted barley, it infuses the grain with intense smoky, medicinal, and iodine-like compounds.
What is the best Islay whisky for beginners?
Bowmore 12 and Caol Ila 12 are gentler entry points. Avoid Ardbeg and Laphroaig as first Islay malts — start lighter and work up to the monsters.