Macbeth Act One Ardmore 12 Year Old Seyton Household Series 52.5% ABV

Macbeth’s loyal armourer imagined as a fresh, herbaceous single malt from Ardmore. Maturation in casks previously filled with heavily peated Islay whisky gives an extra layer of smokiness to this characteristically mineral make. Expect pine needles, woody herbs and a lingering note of chocolate mint.

This bottling is one of ten whiskies chosen to portray Macbeth’s Household in this collectable series inspired by the Scottish play. The artwork was created by noted illustrator and national treasure Sir Quentin Blake.

Joe Rogers, The Whisky Exchange

NOSE

• Peppermint, dark chocolate, hops, pine needles, petrol, linoleum, concrete
  

PALATE

• Sage, wet rocks, flint and raw wool. A mezcal Margarita, sour beers, bandages and sea salt
  

FINISH

• Lingering and mineral. A menthol cigarette, more hops and spruce
  

COMMENT

• Idiosyncratic and slightly austere at times but absolutely delicious