Who owns Ardnahoe?

owner Hunter Laing & Co
Ardnahoe distillery owner Hunter Laing & Co unveils new single malt for Islay festival.

Which Islay whiskey is best?

5 of the best Islay whiskies to enjoy on board

  • Laphroaig 10 Year. Malachy Duffy introduces a few of his favourites from the Hebridean Isle…
  • Bowmore 18 Year.
  • Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie.
  • Lagavulin 16 Year.
  • Ardbeg Uigeadail.

What is the smokiest Islay whisky?

Ardbeg uses malt that’s been peated to 50 to 55 PPM, generally the highest of the Islay distillers. Other than the hard-to-find Supernova, Ardbeg Corryvreckan (96 points, $85) is technically the smokiest whisky in the lineup, but Ardbeg 10 year old (93 points, around $55) actually tastes smokier on the palate.

When did Ardnahoe distillery open?

12 April
Although the distillery began producing spirit in October 2018, and filled its first cask on 9 November, it officially opens today (12 April), with special guests from across the island and Hunter Laing business expected to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Who owns the distilleries on Islay?

Almost all the distilleries on the island are owned by large companies, and Lagavulin is one of two on the island owned by Diageo, the world’s largest spirits producer. The other is Caol Isla, on the island’s east coast.

Who owns Bruichladdich distillery?

Remy Cointreau UK LimitedBruichladdich distillery / Parent organization
Drinks giant Remy Cointreau has agreed to buy Hebridean distillery Bruichladdich for £58m. The acquisition marks the French company’s first move into the premium single malt Scotch whisky market.

What Scotch is better than Laphroaig?

Both the Ardbeg and the Laphroaig are quite good and among the best in its competitive category but the Ardbeg comes on top making a better choice for the whisky aficionado.

What is a good Islay Scotch?

Islay Whiskies

  • Bunnahabhain 2001 / 19 Year Old / Sherry Cask / The Whisky Show 2021.
  • Bowmore 15 Year Old.
  • Oc3 – Elements of Islay.
  • Port Charlotte 10 Year Old.
  • Caol Ila 2010 / 11 Year Old / Sherry Cask / The Whisky Exchange Exclusive.
  • Lagavulin 9 Year Old / Game of Thrones House Lannister.
  • Bowmore Legend.

What is the difference between peaty and smoky?

In short, smokiness is more carbon-based, whereas peatiness is more organic. PALATE: Smokiness on the palate typically has an ashy or charcoal flavour. I don’t actually smoke, but I’ve had plenty of Islay whiskies that tasted as though I just drank the smoke of a cigar or cigarette.

How many distilleries are there on the Isle of Islay?

nine
Islay Distilleries. There are currently nine working distilleries on Islay, with two more planned to open in the next couple of years. The first recorded distillery was Bowmore, founded in 1779; the most recent was Ardnahoe, which was established in 2018.

Will Islay run out of peat?

The beautiful Scottish island of Islay, famous for its whisky distilleries, has been struck unlucky by an accidental discovery, which suggests its peat could run out by 2021.

Who owns Laphroaig distillery?

Beam Suntory
The distillery and brand are owned and operated by Beam Suntory, the American subsidiary of Japan’s Suntory Holdings.

Does Lagavulin taste like Laphroaig?

Laphroaig is a bit saltier and Lagavulin is a bit sweeter relative to each other. Laphroaig give you citrus, salty caramel, seaweed, savory BBQ sauce, and brine/sea salt.