Cold-Peated^® American Single Malt Whiskey

Peated Whiskey is traditionally made by drying malted barley over peat fires. This process infuses the barley with distinctive smoky flavors from the peat smoke, a distinctive feature of many Scotch whiskies. The intensity of the smoky flavor can vary based on the duration and conditions of the drying process.

Brother Justus’s Cold-Peated® Whiskey offers a unique twist on this traditional method. Instead of burning peat to create smoke, the Aitkin County Process® captures the essence of peat in its natural state without combustion.

Instead of burning peat to create smoke, our patent pending Aitkin County Process® captures the essence of peat in its natural state, without burning it. This cold-peating technique preserves the delicate botanical notes and earthy flavors of the peat, resulting in a whiskey with subtle, complex flavors rather than the intense smokiness typical of traditional peated whiskies. This method highlights the unique characteristics of Minnesota’s peat bogs, creating a distinctive flavor profile that sets it apart from conventional peated whiskeys.

Peated Whiskey refers to any whiskey made using peat during the malting process. Peated Scotch specifically refers to Scotch Whisky from Scotland that uses peat, often resulting in a smokier profile compared to American Peated Whiskeys. While traditional Peated Scotch is known for its strong smoky flavor from burnt peat, our Cold-Peated® Whiskey offers a milder, more botanical peat flavor, unique to Minnesota's peat bogs.

Our Cold-Peated® Whiskey has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 43%, making it a balanced and approachable spirit.

Cold-Peating brings out delicate botanical flavors and herbal notes, avoiding the intense smokiness of traditional peating methods. You’ll taste herbal minerality, mushroom umami, sweetness from American oak, and an earthy finish. The complex flavors are complemented by notes of maple and caramel.

Our Cold-Peated® Whiskey can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails. Its rich, bold flavors and herbal notes make it versatile for various drinking preferences. If you’re looking for a cocktail recommendation, we suggest The Golden Hour, which is reminiscent of a Salty Dog, with the depth of flavor of our Cold-Peated® Whiskey.

Our Cold-Peated® Whiskey is available for purchase online, at select retailers, and at the Brother Justus Distillery and Cocktail Room in Minneapolis.