Ardnamurchan Distillery has quickly become one of Scotland’s most respected modern whisky distilleries. From deep-dive production tours and sustainability efforts to transparent whisky making and outstanding releases, this spotlight explores why Ardnamurchan has earned such a loyal following among whisky enthusiasts.
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DRAM1 Awards Panel Edition The Ardnamurchan Madeira Cask is a bold, peated single malt that combines coastal smokiness with rich sherry and Madeira influence. Drawing from the DRAM1 Award panel tasting notes, this review synthesizes the dram’s nose, palate, finish,
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Ardnamurchan’s Heritage Barley release dives deep into the flavour of old-world grains, delivering a rich, fruit-forward dram packed with character. At 59.2% ABV and full of syrupy sweetness, spice and coastal charm, this whisky shows exactly why Ardnamurchan is one of Scotland’s most exciting modern distilleries.
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For today’s review we’ll be having a look at the latest Ardnamurchan The Midgie release. Where the first release was mostly only available in the UK, this second release saw more bottle reach shores across the globes, which means it’s
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Today I review the 2023 Ardnamurchan Paul Launois release. A stunner of a dram that’s sure to be a fan favourite!
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This young yet exciting Ardnamurchan AD/10.21:06 does a lot of things right. Offering plenty of complexity and intensity to enjoy!
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Fermentation is one of the most overlooked yet influential stages in whisky production. From yeast strains and fermentation time to wooden washbacks and tropical fruit esters, this deep dive explores how fermentation quietly shapes the flavour, texture and character of whisky long before the spirit reaches a cask.
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Cask finishes are everywhere — from Amarone and Madeira to rum, mezcal and even beer barrels. But this isn’t just a passing trend. In this Dram1 Industry Insight, we explore why distilleries are pushing the boundaries of maturation, how rising cask costs are reshaping the market, and what it means for the future of whisky flavour.
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Grain is the starting point of every whisky, yet it is often the least understood. From barley-only single malts to the mixed mashbills of bourbon, rye, and Irish pot still whisky, grain choice shapes texture, balance, and fermentation character long before cask influence takes over. This Dram1 Whisky Academy article explores how different grains—and even heritage varieties—affect whisky, while separating long-standing myths from reality.
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Scotch Whisky Regions Explained Scotch whisky is where regional identity still carries the most weight — not as a set of rigid flavour rules, but as a living map of history, geography, and tradition. Scotland’s regions reflect how whisky evolved
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