Ardbeg 10 years

Ardbeg 10 years is an icon within the world of peated whiskies. Hailing from the rugged Isle of Islay, where the sea, wind and nature come together, this single malt is a perfect expression of the robust style Ardbeg is known for. It is a whisky that stays true to its origins and leaves an unmistakable impression with its powerful character. For lovers of smoky whisky, this is an absolute must-try.

Tasting note

Nose

The nose is immediate and unmistakable: an explosion of peat smoke, infused with seaweed and salty notes. But there is also a surprising freshness, with hints of lemon, green apple and a touch of vanilla bringing a nice balance.

Taste

The first sip is a true flavour explosion. The powerful peat smoke dominates, but is quickly followed by a delicious combination of briny sea air, toasted nuts and dark chocolate. There are also subtle sweet notes of toffee and ripe pear, which add a surprising softness to the intense character.

Finish

The finish is long and layered, with a lingering smokiness and hints of spices such as black pepper and aniseed.

Ardbeg Distillery

Ardbeg Distillery is located on the south coast of the island of Islay, famous for its rich whisky tradition. Founded in 1815 by the MacDougall family, Ardbeg has a turbulent history with several closures and re-openings, but has become one of the most highly regarded Islay distilleries.

A distinctive feature of Ardbeg Distillery is its strong peat influence, resulting in whiskies with an intense smokiness and maritime character. The distillery uses traditionally handmade copper pot stills and local peat from the surrounding peat fields, which gives the whiskies their distinctive aromas of smoke, sea salt, and tar, combined with hints of citrus and vanilla.

Ardbeg whiskies are mainly matured in ex-bourbon casks, which ensures a deep and complex flavour. The distillery is also known for its innovative approach, with experimentation in different cask types and maturation processes producing unique and award-winning expressions.

The combination of traditional production methods, an iconic location and an unmistakable flavour profile makes Ardbeg a leading name in the world of Scotch whisky.