Ardmore Tradition

First, this is not the Traditional Cask release from Ardmore. This is a newer travel retail exclusive. It's a NAS quarter cask finished Highland scotch that's non-chill filtered, but has color added and comes in at 92 proof. I believe the bottle runs $40-45. The nose is very inviting: there's an abundance of vanilla, some oak cask and a gentle wisp of smoke. On the tongue there's an initial creaminess that washes away with an excellent level of peat smoke without much bite from the casks. The finish is medium length, warming and really smooth and creamy. What a nice little dessert dram. I wouldn't mind having a full bottle of this just for a nice after dinner drink. If it's true that this is a $45 (per 1L) single malt then this is a fantastic value. If you see this in a duty free store pick it up. You won't be disappointed one bit. Closer to 3.75 stars than 3.5. Cheers.

Great balance of smoke,.not overpowering. Love the full body finish.

Very well rounded. Satisfyingly peaty but not overwhelming. A good choice of you want to try something other than the usuals.