# Islay Scotch whisky

Scotch whisky made on Islay, often selected in cocktails for its assertive maritime smoke and peat character.

Parent category: [Scotch whisky](https://stirred.fyi/ingredients/scotch-whisky.md)

Alcohol: 46% ABV

## Cocktails

- [Penicillin](https://stirred.fyi/cocktails/penicillin.md): A Scotch sour sharpened with lemon and ginger-honey syrup, finished with a smoky Islay float.

## References

- Canonical page: https://stirred.fyi/ingredients/islay-scotch-whisky
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- Source: https://www.scotch-whisky.org.uk/discover/enjoying-scotch/scotch-whisky-regions/