Whisky production involves the burning of peat, but damaging peatlands releases stored carbon back into the atmosphere where ...

One unique characteristic of Scotch is the use of peat in some varieties. Peat is a type of soil that’s used to dry the barley during production, and it gives the whisky a smoky flavor that’s ...

Many of our peat moss production sites in Canada are certified Veriflora® Responsibly Managed Peatlands, demonstrating our commitment to the preservation and restoration of these vital ecosystems.

Perhaps less appealing, but these chemicals define the flavours of Scotch whisky and represent just a few of the many types of organic carbon that are stored in peatlands. However, when peat is ...