The Ardmore Legacy captures the soul of tradition, a whisky shaped by smoke, spirit, and the untamed beauty of its surroundings. This expression honors The Ardmore’s long-standing devotion to lightly peated Highland whisky, a style rooted in the belief that balance is the truest form of strength. Smooth yet smoky, it bridges old-world craft with modern refinement, a gentle introduction to peated Scotch that still carries the Highland’s wild heart.

Ardmore Legacy Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Brand: The Ardmore | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 40% | Origin: Highlands, Scotland | Vol: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Sweet vanilla, honey, and soft charcoal smoke rise together, underpinned by toasted oats and light spice. It feels like standing beside a warm hearth after a rain-soaked Highland walk.
Palate: Smooth and creamy with layers of honeyed malt, subtle citrus, and gentle peat smoke. The interplay between sweetness and smoke is seamless, mellow, rounded, and full of quiet depth.
Finish: Medium to long, fading into soft spice and lingering vanilla with a delicate wisp of smoke that lingers like the last ember of a campfire.

Production Details:
The Ardmore Legacy is crafted using a mix of peated and unpeated malt whiskies, creating a lightly smoky profile that’s both approachable and distinctive. Matured in American oak barrels, it gains warmth and sweetness that balance the peat perfectly. Ardmore’s traditional coal-fired stills and Highland spring water lend a purity and character that define its signature smoothness.

Perfect For:
Ideal for those curious about peated whisky but prefer a gentle introduction. It’s the perfect dram for relaxed evenings, a fireside companion, or pairing with grilled dishes where sweetness and smoke intertwine beautifully.

Expert Notes:
Praised for its balance and approachability, The Ardmore Legacy is often called “the gateway to peat.” Whisky critics appreciate its smooth integration of Highland honeyed malt with light smoke, a signature that makes it stand apart from both Islay and Speyside styles.

Customer Reviews:
“Beautiful balance of smoke and sweetness, perfect for beginners or anyone who loves smooth peated whisky.”   Marcus J.
“Gentle peat, lovely honey notes, and a creamy finish. A great value for the quality.”   Elaine S.
“This one surprised me, subtle smoke, rich flavor, and incredibly easy to drink.”   Rafael D.

Interesting Fact:
The Ardmore Distillery is one of the few Highland distilleries that has continuously produced peated single malt since its founding, staying true to its distinctive smoky style when most others moved away from peat.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat to experience its balance of smoke and sweetness, or add a few drops of water to open up its vanilla and citrus layers. It also makes a stunning pairing with smoked salmon or roasted nuts.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1898 by Adam Teacher, The Ardmore Distillery stands at the gateway to the Highlands, overlooking the rolling hills of Aberdeenshire. It was built to supply malt whisky for Teacher’s blends but quickly earned respect as a single malt in its own right. Today, Ardmore continues to craft whisky in the traditional way, with coal-fired stills and a commitment to preserving its subtly smoky Highland character.