Maclean's Nose

Ardnamurchan Distillery continues to impress, this time with a stunning release: Maclean’s Nose. This blended whisky is named after the dramatic hillside rising from the sea near the distillery. True to Ardnamurchan’s sustainable ethos, the label is printed on paper made from leftover grain remnants after the milling process.

Maclean’s Nose is composed of more than 70% single malt whisky from two west coast Scottish distilleries. One will be instantly recognizable to fans, while the other remains a mystery. A significant portion matured in ex-sherry hogsheads, with the remainder aged in ex-bourbon barrels. The grain whisky comes from a single distillery located on Scotland’s southwest coast.

A bold and characterful blend that captures the rugged charm of the Scottish west coast: salty, lightly smoky, and irresistibly delicious.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh sea salt with roasted orange peel, lime marmalade, and strawberry syrup. After a few minutes, notes of preserved fruits and maritime influences open up, mingling with a hint of old coal bunkers.

Palate

Creamy and full-bodied. Puffed barley, white chocolate, rice pudding with preserved fruits, topped with Chantilly cream and Viennetta ice cream. Layers of jute, burnt heather, and light smoky accents add a bonbon-like richness.

Finish

Friendly yet flavorful. Gentle peat smoke beautifully intertwined with salty coastal notes and subtle oak influences. A perfect marriage of coastal freshness and delicate sweetness.