Name: Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Brand: Ardmore
Price: 70.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) is characterised by Smokey, Chocolate, Leathery, Toasted, Cooked Vegetable notes. An Ardmore Highland single malt distilled in 2012 and matured in an ex-Islay cask, bringing subtle peaty influence to the distillery's typical character. Bottled at cask strength without chill filtration by Brave New Spirits in 2022 as part of their Cask Noir series.

Question 2

Is Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) has some sweetness (50/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (58.5%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) costs £70.95 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 58.5% ABV, Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)?

Accepted Answer

Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) costs £65.84 vs £70.95 for Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits).

Question 11

Is Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) similar to Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) and Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky share a similar flavour profile (Smokey) and are in a similar price range. Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky costs £46.95 vs £70.95 for Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits).

Question 12

How does Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) compare to TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) and TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Ardmore 9 Year Old 2012 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) is bold and smoky, while TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is known for Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Nutty notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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