In May 2025, Ardnamurchan Distillery introduced the second edition of its seasonal single malt, The Midgie, with a global launch that follows a successful UK-exclusive debut in 2024. The 2025 release blends 75% unpeated with 25% peated whisky, aged in a combination of bourbon barrels (50%), Ruby Port barriques (48%), and a small amount of sherry casks (2%).
Tasting notes describe a complex profile: a nose of gammon ham, torched pineapple, and sweet strawberry jam, followed by a palate of salt-baked pear, meadowsweet, sultanas, cherrywood embers, and pink peppercorns. The finish lingers with a touch of smoke and a balance of sweet and salty elements.
The refreshed design features a new label character—Myrtle McItchy—illustrated by Arne Wern , replacing the previous year’s Smidge-themed art. A QR code on the label offers deeper insight into the whisky’s creation. With 16,500 bottles released globally, this edition marks Ardnamurchan’s commitment to playful innovation and expanding market reach.
