BusinessSeptember 1, 2026

peated

PEE-tid

Definition

Describing a type of whisky made from malted barley that has been dried over a peat-fueled fire, imparting a smoky, earthy flavor.

Etymology

Derived from the noun 'peat,' a type of soil composed of partially decayed vegetation used as fuel, which has been used in the malting process in Scotland for centuries.

In the news

In this article, the term describes the Loch Lomond 31 Year Old whisky, highlighting its distinctive smoky profile developed through the malting process.

Loch Lomond unveils its oldest peated single malt whisky to date, 31 years in the making

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