This single malt from Ardnamurchan combines 43% peated spirit with 57% unpeated, initially matured in bourbon barrels before it was re-racked into Madeira casks. Bottled without added colour or chill filtration, it's brimming with notes of chocolate and spice coupled with herbaceous, piney peat beneath.
Tasting Note by The Chaps at Master of Malt
Nose
Cocoa, candied almonds, custard, and sweet spices, with layers of stewed stone fruits and fruit buns, then woody spices join in time.
Palate
Notes of cedar and cinnamon, salted peanuts, chocolate Brazil nuts, raisins, and toffee apples. Piney peat brings a touch peppery warmth.
Finish
Earthy, woody spice and smoke linger, with dried berries and dark chocolate chips in tow.