A new heavyweight blended Scotch whisky has just entered the arena. Ardray, from Beam Suntory combine’s the company’s stocks of superb single malt Scotch and grain whisky with inspiration from the careful philosophy and artistry of to craft a full-flavored and complex whisky.

Ardray is bottled at 96 proof (48% ABV) and is not chill filtered. The result is an approachable whisky that’s complex enough for sipping neat while still sitting at a high enough proof point to stand out in a cocktail.

Here’s what Calum Fraser, Beam Suntory’s Chief Blender for Scotch, has to say about Ardray:

“In creating ARDRAY, we have combined an exceptional selection of the very best Scotch whisky has to offer with the inspiring talent of Suntory’s blending team to create something new, refreshing and exciting. The time, care and attention to detail taken to source both malt and grain whiskies from some of Scotland‘s most noted distilleries has allowed us to explore hundreds of blends of Scotch malt and grain whiskies to achieve ARDRAY’s optimum balance of multi-layered flavors.

Driven by the desire to ensure the true beauty of this blend is greater than the sum of its parts. ARDRAY promises a rich and complex taste, with a distinctive harmony of flavors: a mild, gently floral, and citrusy fruitiness, with a vanilla custard creaminess and a rich, silky mouthfeel and lengthy aftertaste that is unmatched.”

Ardray is now available at select retailers in Los Angeles and New York and via the website, with an SRP of $85/700ml.