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учтено 22 заметок · текстовых 13 · полный lossless-снимок WB (полнота подтверждена)
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Отзывы в целом положительные: виски хвалят за сбалансированность, дымный и одновременно тёмный, шоколадно-кофейный профиль, хотя некоторые считают его недостаточно сложным и слишком быстро уходящим в финише.
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В текстовых отзывах Ardnahoe Càraid Ìleach Edition No. 1 описывается как виски с относительно сдержанным для Ardnahoe торфяным дымом на носу, который, однако, может неожиданно раскрываться; в ароматах упоминаются красная смородина, виноград, копчёная клубника, травянисто-зерновые ноты, влажная солома, солодка, апельсиновая корка, молочный шоколад, ваниль, крем-брюле, орехи и копчёный бекон. На вкусе отмечают сладкое начало, дымный бекон, торф, красные ягоды, нугу и молочный шоколад, а также более тёмные ноты — шоколад, кофе, табак, кожу, старую древесину, чёрный перец, имбирь, грецкие орехи, пряный фруктовый хлеб, мускатный орех, карамель, лакрицу и сигарную коробку. Финиш описывают по-разному: от быстрого исчезновения с лёгким дымом бекона и копчёными ягодами до длинного, сухого, характерного финала с лёгкой горечью, перцем, табаком, кожей и старой древесиной.
Среди замечаний — недостаточная сложность, необходимость «доработки», слишком быстрый уход со вкуса в финише, а также мнение, что хересный профиль и приторная сладость не подходят этому релизу. При этом часть отзывов подчёркивает хороший баланс сладости и сухости, хорошо интегрированный алкоголь, относительно плотное тело и высокую вязкость; отдельно отмечается, что это не «торфяной монстр», а скорее сбалансированный и ароматный островной виски, хотя и не самый сложный. Также встречаются сравнения с PX-версией и вторым релизом, а один отзыв основан на смеси 50:50 со вторым розливом Carad Ileach.
собрано 13/22 текстовых отзывов · полный lossless-снимок WB
· 2026-10-08T05:43:34Z · источник evidence
The concept is promising, but the result is not entirely convincing. It needs more polish.
нос · вкус · финиш
| Нос | 83 | For an Ardnahoe, the peat smoke on the nose is relatively restrained – and this changes only marginally after an early sip. Red currants, grapes, smoked strawberries, a grassy, grainy note, damp straw, salmiak pastilles. But now, all of a sudden, the peat smoke bursts forth – where has it been hiding? |
| Вкус | 83 | A sweet start with a distinct smoky bacon note. Undoubtedly peaty, red currants, strawberries, red grapes, quite pleasant and easy to drink, nougat and milk chocolate, otherwise quite a lot of smoke. |
| Финиш | 81 | Its easy drinkability becomes its downfall in the finish, because it disappears from the tongue so quickly - just a little bit of bacon smoke at the end, smoked berries, but that's it. |
I liked the PX version more.
нос 86 · вкус 84 · финиш 82
Tried from a 2cl sample
нос 86 · вкус 87 · финиш 87
Aroma:Moderate;Palate:86/100; Aftertaste:Med-Long.
нос 85 · вкус 86 · финиш 86
A very good Islay, a sheer wall of aromas, but not a peaty monster. Very good balance.
It has a relatively high viscosity and a fairly intense bouquet. I detect aromas of pleasant, maritime peat smoke, vanilla, crème brûlée, nuts, orange peel, smoked bacon, and chocolate. Of course, it's not particularly complex yet. There's a good balance between sweetness and dryness on the palate. The alcohol is well integrated, and it has a relatively heavy body.
It has a very sherry-like profile, a very cloying sweetness that doesn't suit this release at all; it's almost as if it's screaming, "Why did you add sherry here?" The flavor is more balanced than the aromas; overall, I'd like them to forget about this experiment. I tried it once, but I definitely won't be buying a bottle.
нос 83 · вкус 84 · финиш 83
нос 85 · вкус 85 · финиш 84
нос 87 · вкус 88 · финиш 86
нос 86 · вкус 86 · финиш 85
Noticeably malty and young, a bit oily. Lots of earth and ash on the palate. Not bad sherry smoke, but Ardnahoe has more interesting things
Some whiskies impress immediately with an explosion of fruit, while others excel in their dark, spicy, and mature character. This whisky clearly belongs to the latter category. The beautiful golden-yellow color and the many tears on the glass immediately reveal a rich texture and a fine concentration. This is a whisky for lovers of the classic, dark flavour profile. The combination of chocolate, coffee, tobacco, leather, and aged wood notes creates a dram with great depth and character. Not an exuberant fruit bomb, but a refined and mature whisky that unfolds slowly and invites you to take your time. A glass that impresses above all with its elegance and layering.
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| Нос | 87 | The nose is rich and inviting, with deep notes of dark chocolate and creamy butter that immediately grab attention. Cocoa paste provides an intense, almost pure chocolate sensation, while a subtle bitterness remains beautifully balanced. Next, aromas of freshly brewed coffee and creamy mocha develop, followed by fresh tobacco and supple leather. A classic, elegant nose reminiscent of an old library or a luxury cigar lounge. |
| Вкус | 86 | On the palate, the dark character continues effortlessly. A pleasant bitterness forms the base, after which chocolate once again takes the lead. Subtle smoke intertwines beautifully with spicy notes of black pepper and fresh ginger. Tobacco and leather give the whisky extra depth and create a refined, mature profile that remains beautifully balanced. |
| Финиш | 86 | The finish is long, dry, and full of character. The light bitterness remains elegantly present, supported by peppery spices and rich notes of tobacco and leather. Old oak emerges in the background, giving the whisky a warm, classic finish that lingers on the palate for a long time. |
Mixed 50:50 with the second bottling of Carad Ileach: 88 points.
нос 88 · вкус 86 · финиш 87
The nose reveals intense aromas of dark cocoa, oranges, ripe dark cherries, and a hint of cold campfire ash. On the palate, notes of roasted walnuts, spiced fruit bread, and nutmeg unfold, before hints of leather and Islay peat define the finish.
нос 88 · вкус 88 · финиш 87
нос 87 · вкус 89 · финиш 88
First impressions from 10cl. I like it a lot, but it's not particularly complex. I'll tackle it again later.
нос 85 · вкус 85 · финиш 84
Got a dram of the nr2 yesterday. Was not bad at all so I am wondering if this one is going to be better. Considering Ardnahoe is a pretty young distillery, the do make good drams. And, the distillery is worth visiting!
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| Нос | 86 | Islay Ardnahoe smoke, a little more than the PX version. Orange peels, milk choclate, grapefruit, hay, forest fruits, bbq bacon. A nice combination this is, not the standard Islay dram. |
| Вкус | 84 | A little more dark notes than smoke. Cigar box, oak wood, caramel, licorice, coffee beans aswell. Slightly bitter but a nice palate. Was expecting it to be a little more sweet. |
| Финиш | 84 | BBQ smoke and wood notes. Doesn't stay around for a long time but good enough. |