Ardbeg, Caol Ila & Imperial New Whisky Arrivals From Edencroft!

Ardbeg / Dark Cove

Summary: Country/Region: Scotland/Islay.
ABV: 46.5%
Unit: 70cl
Bottled: February 2016.
Take this whisky and hide it well. For its heart has been matured in DARK SHERRY CASKS, imparting waves of treacle toffee, coal tar, squid ink, noodles and toasted coffee grounds.
Inspired by their turbulent past, this whisky is a clandestine meeting of Ardbeg matured in ex-bourbon casks and a heart matured in dark sherry casks. The darkest Ardbeg ever.
AROMA: At first meaty, earthy and spicy. Bold notes of dark chocolate emerge against orange, rich treacle toffee, coffee and oak. Wafts of a distant, smoky bonfire in the background, along with a mysterious floral note, like flowering blackcurrant bushes. And lashings of linseed oil.
TASTE: The mouthfeel is almost tart, or zesty lime. Raisins, dates, ginger and pepper spice surge forward, then retreat. Waves of smouldering charcoal, wood polish and huge, tarry creosote notes follow. Finally a more savoury note escapes; cured smoked ham and squid ink noodles.
FINISH: Long, spicy and rich with lingering notes of toffee, coffee and tar.

Imperial / 1996 Gordon & Macphail Distillery Label

Summary: Country/Region: Scotland/Speyside.
Unit: 70cl
Alc: 43%
Age: 19 Years Old.
Distilled: 1996
Bottled: 2015
Colour: Dark straw.
Body: Medium.
Finish: Medium in length with lots of fruit and spices.
Cask Type: 1st Fill and Refill Sherry Casks.
Style: Fruity Speyside Malt.
Aroma without water: Delicate Sherry character with toasted malt and vanilla aromas. Tropical mango and pineapple notes mingle with hints of tangy citrus.
Taste without water: Cracked black pepper initially, followed by clove, cinnamon and orange flavours. Subtle Sherry influences are complemented by hints of charred oak. A liquorice undertone develops.
Aroma with water: Vanilla initially with passion fruit, mango and apricot aromas. Orange zest mingles with brown sugar and clove notes.
Taste with water: Creamy and smooth with tropical fruit flavours, complemented by toasted oak.