Ardbeg Anamorphic

The Ardbeg Anamorphic is a limited and experimental bottling from the famous Islay distillery Ardbeg, which dares to take a completely new approach to maturation and aroma development with its unconventional cask treatment. This special creation comes from the pen of Dr. Bill Lumsden, Director of Distillation & Whisky Creation at Ardbeg, who was inspired for this edition by the principle of anamorphosis - a technique in which the true form is only revealed through the right perspective.

For the production of Ardbeg Anamorphic, conventional ex-bourbon casks were treated in a newly defined process: The barrel lids were removed and deeply scored to significantly increase the wooden surface area. The casks were then burnt to a "high mocha" degree, which produces intense roasted aromas and gives the whisky a complex, deep aroma spectrum during its maturation.

The result is a multi-layered Islay single malt that combines the four characteristic elements of Ardbeg - sweetness, smokiness, herbal spice and spiciness - in an exciting interplay. Bottled at 48.2% vol., non-chill-filtered and uncolored, this bottling offers an intense taste experience that combines classic Ardbeg qualities with innovative cask art. (automated translation)

Nose: Dense and seductive with smoke, dark chocolate, burnt caramel, liquorice, citrus notes and a hint of medicinal herbs.

Taste: Powerful and structured with smoked toffee, mocha, sweet wood smoke, spice, dried herbs and peppery heat.

Finish: Long-lasting, warm and aromatic with charred wood, salt, cloves and an elegant film of smoke.