This thread forced me to the kitchen for a glass. I must say it was the appropriate amount over a cube or two. Now if you pour Scotch whiskey over a glass full of ice, it is indeed a sin. If you pour a finger or so over a cube or two and drink it in a timely manner, no sin in my mind.
For the inquirer about peat flavored whiskey, generally lowland whiskey. Here is a link that under regions will tell the various regions of production, and flavors go with regions. Just a quick google for that info, much more to be learned.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scotch_whiskyFor the vodka lover, put that stuff in the freezer.
