Ardnamurchan AD/CK.335 07:15

Ardnamurchan Distillery, located in one of Scotland’s most pristine areas, continues to surprise whisky enthusiasts with unique releases. The AD/CK.335 07:15 is a special single cask expression, carefully selected and bottled at cask strength. This whisky captures the rugged and pure essence of Scotland’s west coast, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and smokiness. The maturation in a carefully chosen cask adds extra complexity and depth, making it a delight for both novice and experienced whisky drinkers.

Tasting note

Nose

An intriguing mix of sweet and smoky aromas. Ripe apricots and peaches are complemented by hints of salted caramel and beeswax. A light peat smoke lingers in the background, accompanied by a touch of orange zest and dried herbs.

Taste

The first sip reveals a rich, oily texture with flavors of honey, vanilla, and roasted almonds. The cask influence adds a subtle hint of clove and cinnamon, while the peat becomes slightly more pronounced. A light salty note evokes the coastal breeze of the Ardnamurchan region.

Finish

Long and layered, with lingering notes of toasted oak, smoke, and dried fruit. A soft touch of dark chocolate and a hint of licorice remain present, giving the whisky a warm and satisfying finish.

Ardnamurchan Distillery

Ardnamurchan Distillery is located on the remote and scenic Ardnamurchan peninsula on the west coast of Scotland. Established in 2014 by Adelphi, a respected independent bottler, the distillery is known for its commitment to sustainability and traditional production methods. Ardnamurchan uses renewable energy sources such as hydroelectric power and wood pellet boilers.

The distillery produces both unpeated and peated whiskies, each with their own distinctive flavour profile. The unpeated Ardnamurchan whiskies are known for their elegant and fruity character, with notes of apple, pear, vanilla and a subtle spiciness. These whiskies offer a smooth and accessible taste experience.

In contrast, the peated Ardnamurchan whiskies have a more robust profile, characterised by rich smoke notes and earthy influences, combined with hints of citrus and spice. These whiskies are more complex and have a deeper, more intense flavour.

Ardnamurchan whiskies are often constructed from both a combination of peated and unpeated whiskies and as a blend of bourbon cask and sherry cask matured single malts, which provides a nice balance and depth of flavours. The combination of innovative sustainability, traditional craftsmanship and Ardnamurchan's unique terroir makes this distillery a remarkable newcomer to the Scotch whisky world.