"The insistent Scottish island breezes were bracing and rejuvenating, but at times also left us seeking the solace of a warm fire and a glass of whisky as a restorative. The baronial house hotel on the island provided both in abundance (!) and I considered a winter beer that could evoke those aromas and the flavours of peat smoke and a spicy malt character. Rye seemed the obvious choice, with some seasonal spices and the estery fruit profile provided by a traditional Belgian Abbey ale yeast. " - Chris J.J. Heaney