Schotland
📍 Kennethmont, Aberdeenshire, Highlands, Scotland
Ardmore is a traditional Highland distillery that bridges Speyside fruitiness with Islay smokiness — a unique combination that gives its whiskies a distinctive character.
🕰️ History and Legacy
Founded in 1898 by Adam Teacher, son of the founder of Teacher's Highland Cream, Ardmore was intended from the outset to be a core component of the Teacher's blend. The distillery has its own peat fields, which contributes to its unique, slightly smoky profile.
⚗️ Production and Philosophy
Ardmore uses lightly peated barley (10–15 ppm) and condensers that avoid additional copper contact to preserve the rich, oily character. The whisky is matured primarily in bourbon casks, with occasional quarter casks.
🍯 Flavor Profile and Style
Full and smoky with notes of honey, malt, vanilla, apple, oak and a hint of smoke.
🌟 Special Bottlings
Ardmore Legacy, Traditional Peated, Port Wood Finish, and independent bottlings from Adelphi and Signatory Vintage.
💎 Why this distillery is special
Ardmore is the subtle smoker of the Highlands — classic, authentic, and surprisingly versatile.
