Is This the Ultimate Peated Whisky Experience? Watch & Decide!
The world of whisky reviews just got a little bolder, smokier, and more intriguing as Vin Perry-French from No Nonsense Whisky takes on one of our most unique and award-winning drams—the Macaloney’s Peat Project Sugar Kelp (54ppm).
If you’re a peat lover or simply curious about how the infusion of Canada's Vancouver bay sugar kelp elevates peated whisky to new heights, this is a must-watch review.
What Makes Macaloney’s Sugar Kelp Peat Project So Special?
As whisky lovers know, not all peat is created equal. Macaloney’s, an award-winning Canadian distillery, has pushed the boundaries of peated single malt by infusing it with hand-harvested Vancouver sugar kelp—adding a layer of maritime complexity 'Merrior' rarely found in traditional smoky drams.
Key Tasting Notes: Peaty & Coastal: Waves of sweet-style smoke balanced with briny, oceanic freshness. Rich & Complex: Deep malt sweetness intertwined with hints of seaweed, and campfire embers. Long, Lingering Finish: A slow fade of smoky toffee, black pepper, and salted caramel.
Why Whisky Fans Are Talking About Macaloney’s Peat Project.
One of the World’s Most Awarded New Distilleries
Since entering its first whisky competition in 2020, Macaloney’s has taken the industry by storm, ranking as one of the top three most awarded distilleries globally at the World Whiskies Awards—outperforming legendary names like Glenlivet, Laphroaig, and Redbreast.
Breaking Records at the 2025 Canadian Whisky Awards
This year, Macaloney’s made history as the first single malt whisky to win Canadian Whisky of the Year—breaking the dominance of rye and corn whisky in the awards. Peat Project Sugar Kelp 54ppm was also named Best Canadian Single Malt 2025.
Other Awards Won by Macaloney’s: Gold at the World Whiskies Awards (Multiple Years) Canadian Best Single Malt 2025 – Peat Project Sugar Kelp 54ppm Canadian Whisky of the Year 2025 – Peat Project Moscatel Cask Best Canadian Wheat Whisky 2025 – An amazing Experimental Release
What Whisky Enthusiasts Are Saying
“This is the most unique peated whisky I’ve ever had. The sugar kelp infusion adds a whole new dimension!” “I was skeptical at first, but this is hands-down one of the best smoky drams of the year.” “Macaloney’s is putting Canadian whisky on the world map. These guys mean business.”
Where to Buy Macaloney’s Peat Project Sugar Kelp in the UK
Barrel & Brand Ltd is the exclusive UK distributor for Macaloney’s. You can purchase Peat Project Sugar Kelp online or request your local whisky store to stock it.
Buy Now: https://www.barrelandbrand.co.uk/product-page/macaloney-s-sugar-kelp-peat-project or Ask Your Local Store: "I want Macaloney’s – Can you stock it?"
Want to taste Macaloney’s whiskies before you buy? Join a whisky masterclass hosted by Barrel & Brand Ltd—live in-person or streamed from Macaloney’s distillery!
Book a Masterclass Here: https://www.barrelandbrand.co.uk/contact