Ardnamurchan 10 Year Old 2025 Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky 46.8% is Ardnamurchan's first "official 10-year" vintage, positioned as a core West Highland aged product. Bottled at 46.8% ABV, non-chill filtered, and with a natural hue, it represents a core vintage bottled in-house by the distillery.
West Highland, Ardnamurchan Distillery, West Coast of Scotland
Vintage: 10 years old, first officially released in 2025, as one of the limited batches each year.
Alcohol Content: 46.8% ABV, 700 ml, non-chill filtered, natural color.
Calories: Approximately 95–98% bourbon barrels + 2–5% sherry barrels (dominantly ex-bourbon barrels, with a small amount of sherry hogshead for layering).
Spirit: The spirit is a blend of 52% unpeated and 48% peated (approximately 50 PPM), aiming for a balance of "light to medium peated + West Coast terroir." This is the brand's first regular 10-year-old batch containing a 10-year-old peated spirit.
Aromas: Distinct vanilla, malty sweetness, honey, light cream, a touch of candied fruit, lime/citrus peel, mixed with light smoke, sea breeze, a hint of nuts and delicate spices; overall elegant yet with a salty and fresh West Coast character. Palate: Smooth and oily on the palate, with notes of vanilla, toffee, honey, citrus, and a hint of dried fruit. The mid-to-late finish reveals light smoke, sea salt, a touch of sherry and red fruit, and pepper spice. Medium-bodied with high acidity, the palate is clean and crisp. The 46.8% ABV makes it approachable yet sophisticated.
Finish: Medium-long, with notes of smoke, sea salt, vanilla, and a hint of dried fruit. The finish is clean, leaning towards a "light smoke + West Coast" finish, rather than a heavy oak character.