5 Scotch regions: Highland, Lowland, Speyside, Campbeltown, and Islay produce whisky with smoky and peaty, to light, smooth, fruity, and floral characteristics.
The Speyside region is located in the northeast of Scotland and is considered the most densely populated whisky-producing region in the country. Speyside whiskies are known for their smooth, fruity, and often floral flavor profile. They are generally milder and more delicate than whiskies from other regions, with notes of apple, pear, honey, vanilla, and heather.