Ardbeg 10 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

CATEGORY: Whisky
AWARD CLASS:Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 10 to 17 years old
Origin:Islay, Scotland
Retail Price: $68
ABV:46%
2024Best in Show Winner
Baking Spices
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Campfire
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Earth
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Malted Barley
SWEETNESS
SAPIDITY
BODY
ALCOHOL
CHILLED
NEAT
IN COCKTAILS
CULINARY

HOW TO SERVE

Serve neat with a splash of water or perhaps on a large ice cube. The bold flavors can take a lot of additions but we like it in its full-throttled, untouched state. Pair this with briny oysters.

X-FACTOR

A Whisky for fans of smoky Islay Whisky as this one is among the smokiest and earthiest of all the single malts.

TASTING NOTE

Brilliant, pale golden color. The aromatics are very intense, giving scents of peat, malted barley, and forest floor with supporting notes of citrus, sea salt, iodine, and campfire. The palate echoes the nose delivering a malted barley-driven core with flavors akin to smoked meat, toast, black tea, baking spices, and chocolate. The finish is long and lingering. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a meaty texture.
90 points/Double Gold|VALUE GRADE — C