DESCRIPTION

A small batch, annual release from the Ardnamurchan distillery in the Western Highlands, first introduced in 2023 as the distillery’s first whisky matured entirely in sherry casks. Matured exclusively in sherry casks, mostly ex-Oloroso with a smaller share of ex-Pedro Ximénez. A vatting of peated and unpeated spirit, with unpeated making up the greater share. Non-chillfiltered, naturally coloured and bottled at a higher strength of 50%.

TASTING NOTES

Nose: Murray mint, bonfire on the beach, salted peanut ice-cream, tomato stalks, Brazil nut, sundried tomatoes, teriyaki beef jerky, relish and tamari.

Palate: Tarry rope, bung cloth, smoky bacon, old tractor shed, peanut brittle, sticky spare ribs. Red plum and cherry, then chalk cliff and meaty notes on the second half.

Finish: Crashing waves, sea-salt, bothy fireplace and cigar shop.

ARDNAMURCHAN HIGHLAND SOTCH