Dial Up the Smoke Status with This Single Malt Scotch Scale

Not all peated whisky packs the same punch. From 0 to 309 ppm, there’s a sweet smoke spot for every taste.

5 Rare and Amazing Peated Whiskies

From Macallan to Port Ellen, these single malt scotches have jaw-dropping smoky profiles—and price tags to match.

Some producers say that whiskeys aged in maritime climates take on flavors of their environment.

From Balvenie and Glenfiddich to Macallan and Caol Ila, you can compare smoky scotches to their non-peaty counterparts.

France makes some of the best-quality whisky in the world. Don’t believe us? Let your tastebuds decide.

From barely a wisp to plenty of peat, these whiskies allow you to scale up the smoke spectrum.

Boasting the best of Islay in one bottle, these whiskies are more than just smoke.

These bottles of single malt, rye, and more show off the many dimensions of smoked spirits.

From Beyoncé and Taylor Swift to Gucci Mane and Lady Gaga, top artists weave whisky into their music.

Bourbon, scotch, Japanese whisky, and more took the top marks in our latest issue.

Forget mixing or glassware, just pop the top on one of these portable cocktails.

Start exploring the water of life through these fruity, sweet, and, yes, peaty whiskies.