Hellyers Road Slightly Peated 10 Year Old
Hellyers Road Slightly Peated 10 Year Old (2016 Release) 700 ml 46.2% ABV
This 2016 release from Hellyers Road Distillery combines their Original profile single malt with a measured portion of peated spirit, creating a whisky that offers a gentle introduction to peat while retaining the distillery’s signature clean and fruity Tasmanian style. The result is a balanced and smooth expression, approachable for those new to peated whiskies and rewarding for enthusiasts who enjoy a subtler smoky influence.
Hellyers Road Distillery
Established in 1999 in Burnie, Tasmania, Hellyers Road Distillery has built a reputation for producing high-quality single malts that reflect the island’s pure environment. Using Tasmanian-grown barley and some of the world’s cleanest water, the distillery crafts whiskies known for their clarity, elegance, and flavour balance. Hellyers Road’s innovative approach includes a variety of cask types and occasional peat integration, all while maintaining a commitment to natural colour and non-chill filtration.
Hellyers Road Slightly Peated 10 Year Old (2016 Release) Tasting Notes
Nose: Subtle smokiness intertwined with fresh citrus, vanilla, caramel, malt, and light spice.
Palate: Gentle peat wrapped around creamy vanilla sweetness, light spice, and a touch of oak. Smooth and well-rounded, with the smoke enhancing rather than dominating.
Finish: Medium to long, lingering smoke with light spice and sweetness, fading into a slightly woody, dry aftertaste.
Why Add Hellyers Road Slightly Peated 10 Year Old (2016 Release) to Your Collection?
This limited 2016 bottling captures a unique moment in Hellyers Road’s history, showcasing a rare use of peat in their otherwise unpeated style. Its balance of smoky complexity and fruity elegance makes it an ideal addition for collectors seeking diversity in their Tasmanian whisky selection or for drinkers looking to explore a softer approach to peat.