Nose: Rich, earthy, smoky and spicy, with a marvellous combination of toffee, tar and creosote, coffee grounds and sea spray. Mouth: The texture is mouth filling and noticeably spicy, and the palate is surprised by an immediate and intense sweetness, reminiscent of smoked cinnamon and paprika. Finish: The aftertaste is mentholic and almost cooling, with hints of eucalyptus and antiseptic lozenges.
For over a quarter of a century, the famous Ardbeg Committee has sipped it, savoured it, and sworn by it - the iconic Ardbeg Ten Years Old. But the whisky on everybody’s lips? The very same… at Cask Strength.
The most talked-about release in the Distillery’s modern memory, finally bottled at your impassioned request. Drawn straight from American oak bourbon barrels, Ten’s revered peaty paradox is pronounced, with rich aromas of smoke and sea spray giving way to a smooth, natural sweetness.
Nose: Nc' Nean SH 11 reveals rich, complex aromas of peat, dried fruit and honey, typical of Highland whiskies.
Palate: On the palate, this single malt is balanced, with notes of malt, vanilla, pepper and red fruit, offering a silky texture and a long finish.
Finish: The finish of Nc' Nean SH 11 is warm and persistent, leaving notes of oak, smoke and ripe fruit on the palate, for an intense, flavorful taste experience.
Nose: Oban 14 Year Old whisky reveals aromas of dried fruit, honey and vanilla, with a hint of smoke. Feel: On the palate, there are notes of caramel, citrus and candied fruit, as well as a subtle salty touch characteristic of whiskies from the Highlands region. Finish: The finish is long and slightly spicy, leaving flavors of oak and peat on the palate.
Nose: Glentauchers Decadent Drams 19 yo reveals fruity notes of caramelized apples and ripe pears, accompanied by subtle aromas of oak and vanilla. Feel: On the palate, this whisky reveals intense flavors of tropical fruits, honey and sweet spices, with a velvety texture and nuances of nuts and caramel. Finish: The finish is long and warm, giving way to notes of dark chocolate, roasted coffee and dried fruit for a rich, balanced conclusion.
Nose: Auchentoshan 1988 PX Finish reveals sweet notes of fig and raisin, followed by aromas of caramel and vanilla. Feel: On the palate, this single malt reveals flavors of candied fruit, dark chocolate and dried fruit, with a touch of toasted oak. Finish: The finish is long and warm, leaving notes of honey, spice and ripe fruit on the palate.
Nose: Marzipan, honeycomb and smoked molasses tart, with crystalised muscovado sugar, rich chocolate and brandied plum.
Mouth: Raisins, caramelised brown sugar and brandied honeycomb, followed by smoked molasses, plum syrup and rich mocha.
Nose: Rich, earthy, smoky and spicy, with a marvellous combination of toffee, tar and creosote, coffee grounds and sea spray. Mouth: The texture is mouth filling and noticeably spicy, and the palate is surprised by an immediate and intense sweetness, reminiscent of smoked cinnamon and paprika. Finish: The aftertaste is mentholic and almost cooling, with hints of eucalyptus and antiseptic lozenges.