PRODUCER NOTES:OVERVIEW: “For the first time ever, Ardbeg Spectacular has been matured in rare port wine casks. Years in ex-bourbon and port wine casks have imparted a mesmerising array of bizarre notes. A bewildering display of distilling, Ardbeg Spectacular is a certifiable phenomenon of flavour. (Non chill filtered; Non Aged Statement; 46% ABV)”TASTING: “AROMA - Curiously perfumed and aromatic, with lovely, fragrant top notes like lavender, vetiver and incense candles. Underneath this are some deeper notes, a touch of leather, some almond nuttiness, and a touch of wax. A splash of water opens up the bouquet, revealing touches of woodsmoke, damp peat moss, a hint of menthol and more antique leather; TASTE - The mouthfeel is salty, but viscous at the same time, and leads in to a burst of huge, salty, savoury, smoky flavours- eucalyptus oil, salted caramel toffee, smoked pecan nuts, fragrant woodsmoke, creosote and tar. There is also a background sweetness, like a smoky pear crumble and some fudge; FINISH - Finally on the long lingering aftertaste, more leather, salted caramel and a cooling mentholic sensation.”
