Product Description

MacRoys Extra Peat is a blended Scotch whisky that combines peated malts with grain whiskies for a balanced yet smoky profile. The whisky is aged in BB1 barrels (once-used American Oak Bourbon barrels), infusing the spirit with vanilla and coconut characteristics. With an alcohol content of 42.8% ABV, this blend offers a distinct, deep amber color and a robust smoky profile.

Tasting Notes

Aroma

The nose opens with a sweet and smoky combination of toasted nuts, chimney soot, honeycomb, and cocoa powder, providing a complex and inviting scent.

Palate

On the palate, MacRoys Extra Peat delivers layers of treacle toffee, campfire smoke, cooked fruits, and Danish pastry, evolving into liquorice and cake spices, making for a rich and dynamic flavor experience.

Finish

The finish is warming and balanced, with notes of honey, milk chocolate, and rolling tobacco, leaving a lingering peat smoke that sticks to the palate for a satisfying conclusion.

Balance, Complexity

The whisky has a well-rounded balance, with the rich sweetness from the toffee and honeycomb blending seamlessly with the intense smokiness and spiced undertones, showcasing the complexity of the blend.

Available Sizes

• 750ml

• 1L

ABV

42.8%

Style/Type

Blended Scotch Whisky

Company/Producer

Angus Dundee Distillers (also operates Tomintoul and Glencadam distilleries)

Distillery Location

Scotland

Awards

N/A

Expression/Variant

Extra Peat

Aged Period / Cask Type / Release Year

Aged in BB1 barrels (once-used American Oak Bourbon barrels), which infuse the whisky with vanilla and coconut characteristics.

MacRoys Extra Peat Whisky Price in Chandigarh

Cocktail Recipes

MacRoys Extra Peat is well-suited for cocktails that benefit from a smoky “float” or a robust base.

• Smoky Penicillin

  • Ingredients: 50ml blended whisky (base), 25ml fresh lemon juice, 20ml honey-ginger syrup, and a 12.5ml “float” of MacRoys Extra Peat.

  • Method: Shake the base, juice, and syrup with ice. Strain into a rocks glass and gently pour the peated whisky over the back of a spoon to float it on top.

• Peated Rob Roy

  • Ingredients: 60ml MacRoys Extra Peat, 30ml sweet vermouth, and 2-3 dashes of aromatic bitters.

  • Method: Stir all ingredients with ice in a mixing glass and strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.

• Smoky Highball

  • Ingredients: 50ml MacRoys Extra Peat, 150ml chilled soda water, and a lemon twist.

  • Method: Pour whisky over fresh ice in a tall glass, top with soda, and stir once to blend while preserving carbonation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is MacRoys Extra Peat a single malt?

No, it is a blended Scotch whisky that combines peated malts with grain whiskies for a balanced yet smoky profile.

Where is it available in India?

It is currently distributed in states including Punjab, Chandigarh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha.

How does it get its smoky flavor?

The smokiness comes from peat fires used to dry the malted barley, releasing phenols that infuse the grain with “extra peat” intensity.

What is the price for a 750ml bottle?

Depending on the state excise, it typically ranges from ₹1,600 to ₹2,100.

Is it a “Bottled-in-India” (BII) product?

Yes, while it is distilled, aged, and blended in Scotland, it is bottled in India by Angus Dundee India Pvt. Ltd.

Disclaimer

Approximate prices for information only. We do not sell/encourage alcohol or target minors. Drink responsibly if legal. Not affiliated with any brand/retailer. Indian prices are state-set MRP/MSP; actual retail prices may vary.