Re: This thread got me to thinking.... (snip). For years I've been infusing my bourbon and tequila with chiles, usually Tabasco. I cut-up the chiles, and add 3 to a 750ml. bottle, or 6 to a 1.5 L bottle, and let it sit at room temperature for 48-72 hours. Then strain out the solids, and enjoy. But I wouldn't think of doing this to a good "peaty" single malt Scotch. Maybe I need to broaden my horizons. Tom