Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch 9 (59.2% ABV)

Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch 9 is a small-batch single malt produced at Glengyle Distillery in Campbeltown, Scotland—a region historically known as the “whisky capital of the world.” This release is part of Kilkerran’s ongoing Heavily Peated series, which showcases high levels of phenol content in combination with traditional production methods. Distilled using pot stills and non-chill filtered, Batch 9 is bottled at natural cask strength (59.2% ABV) and retains its full character without added coloring. The whisky is aged in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, which allows the robust peated spirit to evolve and gain depth while staying true to its coastal origins. As a product of Glengyle—one of the few truly independent Campbeltown distilleries—this release reflects a deep commitment to craft, heritage, and the preservation of authentic Scotch whisky-making techniques.

Kilkerran is the flagship whisky of the Glengyle Distillery, located in Campbeltown, Scotland—one of the country’s historic whisky-producing regions. Reopened in 2004 after nearly 80 years of silence, Glengyle brought Kilkerran to life as a brand rooted in authenticity, community, and small-scale production. The name "Kilkerran" references the original Gaelic name for Campbeltown, Ceann Loch Cille Chiarain. Known for its traditional processes—such as floor malting and non-chill filtration—Kilkerran represents a revival of old-world techniques in a modern context. The brand is celebrated for its complexity, subtle peat influence, and rich, oily texture that speaks to the character of its coastal terroir. Kilkerran embodies the spirit of artisanal Scotch whisky with deep regional pride.