When the Islay whisky rebel meets its rum cask cousin, the familiar peaty punch of Smokehead is given a sweet and furious Caribbean jolt. Soothing citrus and tropical fruits.

Smokehead Rum Rebel is an Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky finished in Caribbean rum casks. Bottled at 46% ABV, it delivers a fiery fusion of peat smoke and tropical sweetness - a bold, unconventional dram for those who like their whisky loud and rebellious.

Product Information

Brand: Smokehead

Product Name: Smokehead Rum Cask Rebel

Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Age: Not stated

ABV: 46%

Region: Islay, Scotland

Peated: Yes

Cask Finish: Caribbean Rum Casks

Bottle Size: 750ml

Chill-Filtered: Yes

Distilled & Bottled in: Scotland

The Story

Rum Cask Rebel is part of Smokehead’s experimental cask series, combining the intense peat of Islay malt with the rich, sweet character of Caribbean rum casks. The result is a whisky that’s smoky, spicy, and unexpectedly tropical - a flavour clash that works. Peaty Smokehead colliding with sweet Caribbean casks

Tasting Notes and Flavour Profile

Appearance: Rich Amber

Nose: Smoke, brown sugar, tropical fruit, and spice

Palate: Peat smoke layered with molasses, pineapple, and ginger

Finish: Long and warming with sweet rum and lingering smoke