In 1898 the Teacher family built Ardmore, to secure access to single malt for their eponymous blend. Although the family no longer owns Ardmore, the product is still at the core of Teacher’s Highland blend. Until 2002 the pot stills were directly fired, in a time that most distilleries already had switched to indirect heating. The impressive furnaces can still be seen in the still house. Ardmore has had different owners over time, among which a Spanish (Allied Domecq) and an American one (Jim Beam). In 2014 Suntory took over Beam and since then Ardmore is owned by the Japanese. To celebrate that event Ardmore Legacy was launched.
Saltire 14YO Ardmore is a 14-year-old Highland single malt Scotch whisky from the Ardmore Distillery, independently bottled by Saltire Rare Malt. It’s a limited release from a single cask, bottled at 48.8% ABV, non-chill-filtered and with natural colour — qualities prized by whisky enthusiasts who enjoy expressive, craft bottlings.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Smoky and coastal — think smoked fish, seaweed, peat, with citrus notes like lemon juice, backed by malt sweetness.
Palate: A smooth, malty base with medium peat smoke. Flavours can include unripe pineapple, stewed apple, boiled sweets and struck matches — showing a mix of fruitiness, smoke and subtle sweetness.
Finish: Balanced and fairly clean, with lingering gentle smoke and malt.
Technical Details:
Region: Highland
Distillery: Ardmore
Age: 14 Years
Distilled: 20 July 2010
Bottled: 19 March 2025
Cask Number: #100004503A
Cask Type: 2nd Fill Ex-Marsala Barrique
Oak: European Oak
Maturation Location: KY15 7BU
Bottled at: Auchtermuchty
ABV: 48.8%
Bottles in Batch: 248
Filtration: Non-chill filtered
Colour: Natural
Bottle Size: 700ml
Delivery within South Africa:
All orders are delivered from our central warehouse located in Montague Gardens, Western Cape. Local orders are usually delivered in 0-2 working days. Orders outside of Cape Town but within SA are generally delivered within 2-5 working days. If you require expedited delivery, we now offer an Express delivery service, which typically takes 1-3 working days, depending on your area.
While we strive for timely deliveries, there are occasional instances where delays may occur. These are rare but can happen due to unforeseen circumstances.
Delivery Rates:
At checkout, you will be presented with delivery options and corresponding rates. These rates are provided directly by our courier partners and are displayed as is. On rare occasions, a courier may generate an incorrect delivery rate due to issues with the address recognition. In such cases, we will arrange for an alternative courier to deliver your order at a similar rate to the original cost.
We believe in offering transparency in our delivery fees and, as such, do not include any delivery costs in our product pricing. We do not profit from delivery fees.
Third-Party Couriers:
For the majority of our orders, we rely on third-party courier services for delivery. Regular notifications will be sent and on the day of delivery the couriers will notify you via sms, call or email . If the courier is unable to reach you, we will get in touch with you to arrange an alternative solution.
Please note, you will be required to sign upon delivery, and the drivers may request a form of identification.
If there is something wrong with your product, we will gladly issue a full refund of 100% of your purchase amount. To process this, please reach out to us at info@mothercityliquor.co.za as soon as possible, and we will guide you through the refund process.
Order Cancellations: If you need to cancel your order, simply email us at info@mothercityliquor.co.za, and we’ll assist you with the cancellation process. Please note, cancellations will incur a small fee of 10%, which covers the transaction fees we incur for processing each order. If your order has already been shipped, please be aware that the shipping fee is non-refundable.
Consignment Orders:
We do not offer consignment stock or consignment deals.
Returns:
If you find that there is an issue with your product, you are eligible to return it to us. Here’s how you can initiate the return:
Exceptions to Returns:
Sale or Special Offer Items: Only regular-priced items are eligible for a refund. Unfortunately, items purchased on sale or as part of a special offer cannot be refunded.
