SMWS Furtive Gherkin Ardnamurchan Rare Release 8 Year Old

SMWS 149.RR "Furtive Gherkin" is a small-batch single malt bottled by The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) in celebration of the Highland Whisky Festival 2024. Distilled at the coastal Ardnamurchan Distillery (SMWS distillery code 149) on the remote Adelphi Peninsula, this expression was aged for 8 years in 1st fill ex-bourbon barrels. Bottled at a natural cask strength of 62.4% ABV without chill filtration or artificial coloring, it highlights Ardnamurchan’s signature oily, maritime spirit profile with a quirky, vibrant burst of lime cordial, sour apples, toffee, light peat, and coastal sea air.

Food Pairing: Pairs well with grilled oysters, smoked salmon, fish and chips, pan-seared pork belly, or sharp cheddar cheese.

Tasting Notes: A lively, oily, and coastal Highland single malt featuring bright lime cordial, sour apple, light maritime peat, candy floss, and gentle oak spice.

Nose: Vibrant notes of sour apple, lime cordial, verbena, toffee apple, cashew nuts, candy floss, coastal sea breeze, and barley sugar.

Palate: Full-bodied and oily on the palate with notes of sugar paste, fresh lemon juice, chopped apples, light peat smoke, and a subtle hint of rose water.

Finish: Medium to long with lingering notes of sweet malt, citrus oil, subtle coastal brine, and a touch of warm wood spice.

Serve: Enjoy neat in a Glencairn glass or with a splash of spring water to open up its oily citrus, sweet malt, and subtle maritime layers.