Ardmore Distillery

• Region: Highlands (Scotland)
• Distillery: Ardmore
• Age: 9 Years
• ABV: 56.7% (Natural Cask Strength)
• Size: 700 ml

Tamashii (魂) means soul or spirit in Japanese, and this exclusive bottling was released by MIZUNARA to celebrate its 4th anniversary. Aged for 9 years in a refill bourbon barrel, this Ardmore single cask whisky is a limited edition of only 251 bottles worldwide, with a label designed by Japanese artist Kenro Shinchi.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: A delicate balance of subtle peat smoke, charcoal ash, and earthy notes, intertwined with sweet vanilla, honey, citrus, and fresh tropical fruits like banana.
• Palate: The initial sweetness of vanilla gives way to a briny saltiness, followed by evolving layers of peppery spices, cloves, and hints of dark chocolate.
• Finish: Long and complex, with the rich combination of smoke, spices, and sweetness lingering on the palate.

Review:

WhiskyFun rated this bottling 85 points (SGP 564), with the extract stating:
"Mouth (neat): It’s really good, I’d almost call this ‘good thin peat’. Limoncello, oysters, ashes, riesling, mercurochrome... With water: same, while the body got bigger rather than thinner once water’s been added. Comments: Very good for sure, just rather ‘hesitating’."

This special Ardmore release offers an intriguing mix of smoke, sweetness, and spice, making it a standout addition for collectors and connoisseurs alike.

An incredible selection of different peated whiskies from various distilleries in Scotland.

Included Bottles:

• Ardbeg Perpetuum | ABV 47.4%
• Kilkerran 12 Years Single Malt | ABV 46%
• Laphroaig 10 Years Old Japan Release | ABV 43%
• Ardmore 9 Years Single Cask "Tamashii" | ABV 56.7%
• Kilchoman STR Cask Matured Islay Whisky | ABV 50%
• Lagavulin 8 Years Old Islay Whisky | ABV 48%

Please note that these sample bottles have been prepared by the Mizunara Team. For a visual representation of the Gift Box, please refer to the additional images.