Scotch whisky from Islay is a type of single malt Scotch whisky that is produced on the island of Islay, off the west coast of Scotland. Islay whiskies are known for their distinctive smoky, peaty flavor, which comes from the use of peat smoke to dry the malted barley. Some of the most famous Islay whiskies include Lagavulin, Laphroaig, and Ardbeg.
Islay whiskies are typically full-bodied and have a complex flavor profile. They are often described as being smoky, peaty, and medicinal. The smoky flavor comes from the peat smoke used to dry the barley, while the peaty flavor comes from the phenols in the peat. The medicinal flavor is often attributed to the use of seaweed in the production process.