Corryvreckan is the color of burnished gold in the glass. The nose is provocatively inviting with full-bodied, intense and vigorous aromas that lead with fleshy smoke, straw, dried crab-apple, roasted pecans, candied lemon, golden raisins, dates and caramel prolifically articulating while delicate verbena and fennel waft in the background to create an enticing invocation of scents. These aromas, so tantalizing and full, resolve with deliberation on the palate—they are vital and meditative; these supple flavors are joined by sea salt, dry vegetal tones, vibrant pepper nuance and the peaty-beauty intensifies. The finish lingers blessedly and includes smoke—cured back—bacon, mesquite, camphor with rich honey tones, tree—fruit and roasted oily- nuts to an earthy quiet fade. Like everything that Ardbeg makes, Corryvreckan is impressive, a welcomed extension to an amazing line up of wonderful whisky— each one exciting, contemplative, and vibrant.
Overall Rating
5 out of 5 Based on 1 Review
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28th Aug 2021
A unique experience
I'm not an experienced Scotch drinker and have wanted to try a "nicer" Scotch (> $50) for a long time, so I bought this on a whim. I was not disappointed! Though I tend to find most Scotch somewhat predictable and one-note, Corryvreckan is full of complexity. It's sharp and peppery up front, with a lingering finish of dark fruit. Smoke permeates throughout the palate without the overpowering peaty salinity that you find in other Scotches. I also found it surprisingly smooth and sippable at 57.1% ABV. Overall, it was definitely a unique experience for me and I'm glad I splurged.
