Samaroli 2022 ‘Ardenistle’ Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (Caol Ila 2014 & Jura 2015) 70cl 50%

Bottled in Scotland in 2022 yielding 1213 bottles worldwide.

Details
700ml: 50%alc
Region: Islay/Islands
Cask Type: Refill Hogsheads
Bottler: Coilltean Int. Co.
Youngest distillation date: 22nd of Oct 2015
Release Date: February 2023 (AU)
Individually numbered

Description
This whisky is a blend of two Caol Ila hogsheads from Islay (Cask #321497 & #321503) both distilled on 30th of July 2014 and one Jura hogsheads (Cask #700551) from Islands distilled on 22nd of October 2015. Two young malts bubbling in youthful complexity that was inspired by a similar old blend produced by current owner Antonio Bleve’ father Antonio who was Silvano Samaroli’s closest friend. The youngest whisky was distilled in October 2015 and then the blend was bottled at a delectable 50% ABV.

Interesting Fact
The name of this whisky – Ardenistle is a tribute to the Ardenistle distillery that was located in Islay and in operation from 1837–1849. The distillery was Laphroaig’s short-lived neighbour that was also known as Kildalton Distillery 1849-1852, and Islay Distillery 1852-1866. The distillery was eventually
taken over by Laphroaig Distillery 1853.