Ardmore 10 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)
- Distillery
- Ardmore
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 55.9%
- Age
- 10 years
- Price
- £71.5
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Toasted, Dried Fruit, Leathery, Medicinal
- Description
- Ardmore's Highland spirit gains an unexpected Islay dimension through a finish in ex-Laphroaig barrels, creating a unique hybrid character between campfire smoke and cereal sweetness. This 10-year-old bottling from Brave New Spirits sits between Ardmore's typically heavier, traditionally-matured profile and the peated realm. The dual cask influence creates complexity that rewards neat drinking or careful water addition. Best for those intrigued by creative finishes and the interplay between distillery character and secondary maturation.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Ardmore 10 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits) is a 10-year-old single malt from Ardmore (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 55.9% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and peaty character — smokey, toasted, dried fruit, leathery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Ardmore's Highland spirit gains an unexpected Islay dimension through a finish in ex-Laphroaig barrels, creating a unique hybrid character between campfire smoke and cereal sweetness. This 10-year-old bottling from Brave New Spirits sits between Ardmore's typically heavier, traditionally-matured profile and the peated realm. The dual cask influence creates complexity that rewards neat drinking or careful water addition. Best for those intrigued by creative finishes and the interplay between distillery character and secondary maturation.
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