Ardnamurchan AD/02.22 Cask Strength (bottled 2022), 58.7%

Introduction

Ardnamurchan AD/02.22 Cask Strength represents the pure essence of Scotland’s remote western peninsula, where this remarkable distillery combines traditional methods with sustainable production to create truly distinctive Highland malts.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Locally sourced Scottish barley, both peated and unpeated varieties, with pure Highland water from local springs
• Distillation process: Slow, methodical distillation in copper pot stills designed specifically to capture the distillery’s desired flavor profile
• Maturation: Carefully balanced combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, creating complexity and depth
• Special techniques: Ardnamurchan utilizes renewable energy sources in production and maintains a 50:50 ratio of peated to unpeated spirit for their signature balance

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich orchard fruits, toffee apple, and honey with gentle smoke, maritime notes, and subtle spices
• Palate: Creamy caramel and vanilla from the bourbon casks meld with dried fruits and nutty characteristics from the sherry influence, complemented by a measured peat presence
• Finish: Long, warming, and complex with lingering sweet smoke, oak spices, and a touch of sea salt

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (16-18°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or Glencairn to concentrate aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat to appreciate full cask strength character; a few drops of water can unlock additional complexity
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate, smoked almonds, aged cheeses, or traditional Scottish shortbread

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 58.7% ABV
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland, Western Highlands, Ardnamurchan Peninsula
• Certifications/Awards: Produced at Scotland’s greenest distillery, powered by renewable energy sources

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Ardnamurchan AD/02.22 Cask Strength delivers an exceptionally balanced representation of Highland whisky, where peat and fruit dance together in perfect harmony.

As a limited 2022 bottling, this expression showcases a specific moment in the distillery’s journey that can never be precisely replicated.

Created under the guidance of master distillers using methods refined over generations of Scottish whisky-making tradition, this is authentic Highland craftsmanship in its purest form.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Whisky enthusiasts worldwide have embraced Ardnamurchan’s expressions for their uncompromising quality and representation of terroir.

Collectors who have invested in previous Ardnamurchan releases consistently return for each new expression, recognizing the distillery’s commitment to excellence.

The growing acclaim from whisky critics underscores what aficionados already know – this remote Highland distillery produces some of Scotland’s most exciting new malts.

From Ardnamurchan Peninsula to You

Each bottle of Ardnamurchan AD/02.22 offers a genuine taste of Scotland’s wild western coast, sharing the fruits of their sustainable distilling practices with appreciative drinkers worldwide.

The approachable yet complex character of this whisky reflects the warmth and authenticity of the people who craft it on Scotland’s most westerly mainland peninsula.

By experiencing this exceptional cask strength expression, you join a community of discerning whisky lovers who value tradition, sustainability, and the pure enjoyment of a masterfully crafted Highland malt – discover what makes Ardnamurchan truly special today.