Hearken, weary traveller! In a time of great thirst, the noble Thompson Brethren did embark upon a perilous crusade westward, traversing treacherous bogs and swarms of fierce midges unto the mystical peninsula of Ardnamurchan. There, through secret alchemical arts, they coaxed forth a liquid gold of fierce spirit. Escorting their prize back to the ancient stronghold of Dornoch, they wedded the western elixir to their own holy malt. Lo! Thus was born Ardnoch – a potion so divine it bringeth joy to kings and knaves alike.
Quaff with vigour, but beware the morn!
Ardnoch Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
5 Years Old
608 bottles
52.1% ABV
Artwork by: @WHISKYHOBO
Nose: Sweet coconut cream and honeycomb—sitting right between a Crunchie and a Bounty. Stewed apples without the heavy baking spice, leaning instead into green cardamom. A subtle savoury edge sneaks in alongside funky, rum-like tropical fruit.
Palate: The savoury notes step up: umami-rich miso and a shaving of parmesan. Peat smoke adds distinct heft and earthy depth rather than outright campfire. Honeycomb sticks around, driving a thick, waxy texture across the tongue.
Finish: Heavy texture carries the tail end effortlessly. The peat hums quietly in the background as the ester-heavy rum funk and stewed tropical fruits stretch out. Coconut cream lingers until the glass is empty. Both spirits have married together seamlessly.
Hearken, weary traveller, to the sweet allure of coconut cream and honeycomb, walking a wondrous path twixt crunchy confection and tropical bounty! Behold stewed apples, divested of common baking spices, yet kissed by the green fire of cardamom rather than clove. Lo, a subtle, savoury whisper stirs within, dancing gracefully with rum-soaked tropical fruits
Verily, the savoury soul shines brightest: deep currents of miso and aged parmesan rise forth. Yet, fear not the peat, for it lendeth noble weight and an earthy anchor to the cask. The honeycomb lingers, offering a texture most divine.
This wondrous texture guideth all things unto a glorious finish! The peat stays its welcome but briefly, while tropical rum-funk blossoms ever further. The coconut cream abideth, a faithful companion to the end. Truly, the spirits have mingled in a master’s dance!
Non-chill filtered and natural colour. This spirit may haze at low temperatures and under dilution.
