Ardnamurchan – The Midgie (2025 Edition)

Beschrijving

Discover the vibrant return of Ardnamurchan’s The Midgie, now available globally since May 26, 2025. Crafted to entertain, this spirited single malt transforms one of Scotland’s most infamous insects into an irresistible dram.

• Blend & Maturation:
  • 75% unpeated and 25% peated whisky, drawn from 2017–2019 distillations.
  • Matured in 50% ex-American bourbon barrels, 48% Ruby Port barriques, and 2% sherry casks.
• Tasting Profile (official):
  • Nose: Gammon ham, torched pineapple, prunes with salt, strawberry jam on salty cracker, almond oil, coconut macaroon, spearmint.
  • Palate: Salt-baked pear, meadowsweet, wildflowers, lemon thyme, sultanas, cherry-wood embers, cocoa powder, pink peppercorns.
  • Finish: Gentle, buoyant smoke with Himalayan pink salt, red-currant cordial—sweet and salty in perfect balance, with a dry and lingering finish.
• Specs & Packaging:
  • 48% ABV, un-chill filtered, natural color.
  • Introduces a refreshed label featuring “Myrtle McItchy” by Arne Wern.
  • Limited but widespread: 16,500 bottles released globally.

A whisky that plays with expectations—sweet, fruity, slightly smoky, and delightfully clever.