The Ardbeg Smoketrails Manzanilla Edition is a unique and exceptional whisky from the renowned Ardbeg distillery, originally released as a travel retail exclusive but now widely available. This edition is a harmonious marriage of classic Ardbeg cask whisky with Ardbeg matured in Manzanilla sherry casks, which infuse it with deeper, more pungent flavors. Bottled in 2022 at an ABV of 46% and not chill-filtered, this whisky is a testament to Ardbeg's dedication to crafting superior peated whiskies.
The aroma of the Smoketrails Manzanilla Edition is enticing and robust, featuring notes of peat smoke, dark chocolate, and Brazil nuts. On the palate, it offers a complex mix of flavors, including soot, dark chocolate, and Brazil nuts, complemented by plumes of pine, fennel, and storm-churned sea spray. The finish is medium-long and smoky, with a salty sea spray undertone that leaves a lasting impression.
Ardbeg distillery, located on the island of Islay, has been producing whisky since 1798 and is celebrated for its heavily peated style. The distillery sources its malted barley from the maltings in Port Ellen. The Smoketrails Manzanilla Edition is the first in a series of limited-edition whiskies that explore the influence of casks from around the world on Ardbeg's powerful smoky flavor. This whisky is a prime example of the unique and powerful flavors that can be achieved through the marriage of different cask types. It is sure to please fans of peated whisky and is a must-try for any whisky enthusiast.
Originally released as a travel retail exclusive, the Ardbeg Smoketrails Manzanilla Edition is now widely available in various markets.
This whisky is a marriage of classic Ardbeg cask whisky and Ardbeg matured in Manzanilla sherry casks, resulting in deeper, more pungent flavors.
The aroma is characterized by peat smoke, dark chocolate, Brazil nuts, and additional hints of fruity and sweet undertones like lemon, dried fruit, and vanilla.
The palate offers a complex mix of soot, dark chocolate, Brazil nuts, sweet fruit, burnt cake batter, and vanilla, with hints of gummy bears, pineapple, and peach.
The finish is medium-long and smoky, with a salty sea spray undertone, and flavors of ash, mint, sweet pineapple, and a light tingling acidity.
No, this whisky is bottled at 46% ABV and is not chill-filtered, preserving its natural flavors and texture.
Reviewers appreciate the Ardbeg Smoketrails Manzanilla Edition for its beautifully fruity and sweet aroma, with notes of lemon, vanilla, and light fruits. The taste is noted for its smooth, sweet smoke, and flavors of burnt waffle, sweet fruit, and vanilla, with a distinctive pineapple and peach undertone. The finish is described as fresh, sweet, and tingling with a pleasant acidity, making it a well-rounded and enjoyable whisky.
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