{"product_id":"ardbeg-trudernish-15-year-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky","title":"Ardbeg Trudernish 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky","description":"\u003ch2\u003eArdbeg Trudernish 15 Year Old – A Smoky Dram of Creamy Harmony\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome whiskies are made. Others are \u003cstrong\u003ediscovered\u003c\/strong\u003e — like the hidden Trudernish well on Islay's rugged southern coast, the inspiration behind Ardbeg's mysterious new fifteen-year-old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArdbeg Trudernish 15 Year Old\u003c\/strong\u003e is a silky, smoky single malt drawn from a trio of casks — \u003cstrong\u003ebourbon barrels, new charred oak, and oloroso sherry butts\u003c\/strong\u003e — each layering its own character into the spirit over a decade and a half. The result is what Ardbeg calls \u003cem\u003e\"a smoky dram of creamy harmony\"\u003c\/em\u003e: all the untamed peat smoke the distillery is famous for, wrapped in waves of creamy vanilla, dark chocolate, and dried fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is said that if you take home a pebble from Claggain Bay near Trudernish, you will one day return to Islay. One sip of this whisky and you'll understand why — it pulls you back, again and again, into its hidden depths of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at \u003cstrong\u003e46.3% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003enon chill-filtered\u003c\/strong\u003e for maximum texture and character, Trudernish 15 is a fifteen-year-old Islay malt that drinks well beyond its age. Whether you're a devoted Ardbeg fan or discovering Islay peat for the first time, this is a bottle that belongs on your shelf — and we're proud to have it on ours here at Del Mesa Liquor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waves of peat smoke and sea spray give way to creamy vanilla, toasted oak, and a whisper of dark chocolate from the oloroso sherry casks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky and full-bodied — smoky barbecue char, brown sugar, and dried fruits, with layers of creamy toffee and warming spice from the new charred oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, smoky, and lingering, with echoes of espresso, bonfire embers, and a final flicker of sweet sherry oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eAged 15 Years\u003c\/strong\u003e on the Isle of Islay, Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Matured in \u003cstrong\u003ebourbon, new charred oak \u0026amp; oloroso sherry casks\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e46.3% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, non chill-filtered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Ardbeg's signature \u003cstrong\u003epeat smoke\u003c\/strong\u003e meets creamy, harmonious depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ A must-have for Islay and Ardbeg collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy neat in a Glencairn glass to experience the full depth of smoke and sherry, or add a few drops of water to open up the creamy vanilla and chocolate notes. A large ice cube works beautifully too, softening the peat into something luxuriously smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat does \"Trudernish\" mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrudernish is a secluded spot on Islay's south coast, near Claggain Bay. Local folklore says taking a pebble from the bay means you'll one day return to Islay — the inspiration behind this whisky's mysterious character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat casks were used for Ardbeg Trudernish 15?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's matured in a combination of bourbon barrels, new charred oak casks, and oloroso sherry butts, giving it a unique balance of smoke, cream, and dried fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the ABV of Ardbeg Trudernish 15 Year Old?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's bottled at 46.3% ABV (92.6 proof) and is non chill-filtered for maximum flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Ardbeg Trudernish 15 very smoky?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — like all Ardbegs it's a heavily peated Islay malt. But fifteen years in three different cask types rounds the smoke into a creamy, harmonious dram that's approachable even if you're new to peat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ardbeg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50443983126571,"sku":null,"price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1277\/3667\/files\/ardbeg-trudernish-15-600x800.jpg?v=1790031801","url":"https:\/\/www.delmesaliquor.com\/products\/ardbeg-trudernish-15-year-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky","provider":"Del Mesa Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}