Is Ardnahoe the future of ISLAY SCOTCH?

Reviewing the Ardnahoe 2019 6 Year Old Aqvavitae Small Batch 55%

Joining Loch Lomond, Ardnamurchan and Daftmill, here is Roy’s latest release

Full review of the ‪Aqvavitae‬ Ardnahoe, should you buy it?

Ardnahoe joined smoky legends like Laphroaig, Lagavulin, and Ardbeg in 2018. Backed by the Laing family they promised tradition, peat smoke, and quality spirit.

So in this video, I explore Ardnahoe’s journey from its first cask, to its inaugural release in 2024, and a full review of the Aqvavitae Ardnahoe, a Small Batch 6 Year Old. At 55% ABV, non-chill filtered and full of bourbon-cask character.

A review of this latest Ardnahoe covering the nose, palate, and score. Comparing it with Islay icons like Laphroaig Cask Strength and Talisker Special releases and has got me asking is Ardnahoe the future of Islay whisky and the best new distillery? Or do contenders like Lochlea, Raasay, and Torabhaig steal the spotlight?