Ardmore 10 Year Old 2008 - Claxton's
- Distillery
- Ardmore
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 59.4%
- Age
- 10 years
- Price
- £64.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Malt Extract, New Wood, Dried Fruit
- Description
- This 2008 Ardmore finished for a decade in a cask previously holding peated Islay whisky, creating an intriguing Highland-meets-Islay profile at 59.4% ABV. The exact provenance of the ex-Islay cask remains a mystery, adding intrigue to this 166-bottle Claxton's release.
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Ardmore 10 Year Old 2008 - Claxton's is a 10-year-old single malt from Ardmore (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 59.4% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, heavily oaked and sweet character — smokey, malt extract, new wood, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
This 2008 Ardmore finished for a decade in a cask previously holding peated Islay whisky, creating an intriguing Highland-meets-Islay profile at 59.4% ABV. The exact provenance of the ex-Islay cask remains a mystery, adding intrigue to this 166-bottle Claxton's release.
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