A 13 year old Ardmore, independently bottled by the good folk at Thompson Bros. Two distinctive casks have been chosen for this release, a 2009 Ardmore (peated) along with a 2010 Ardlair (unpeated) blended to create this excellent single malt release, with the combination of peated and unpeated styles not mellowing Ardmore's signature smoky riffs. Bottled at a very drinkable 48.5% vol with another great label design from KMG.
Tasting Notes
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Nose
Coal bunker, charred mango, bbq gristle, distant bacon, dates, coriander, melon skin with white grapes and lemongrass, water brings out lilac and eucalyptus.
Palate
Yellow tropical fruits, Bundaberg, quite oily and buttery, chillies, tobacco, gooseberries coated with bitumen, dry white wine.
Finish
Concentrated finish with ripe stone fruits, ointments and Lapsang Souchong.