Ardbeg 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (48.4%) (Darkness)
- Distillery
- Ardbeg
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 48.4%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £174.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Sherried, Chocolate, Dried Fruit, Oily
- Description
- Ardbeg's signature Islay peat meets Oloroso sherry cask maturation in this 12-year-old single malt, bottled at 48.4% ABV for the Darkness range. Sooty smoke intertwines with chocolate, dark fruit, and spice from the sherry influence, creating unexpected depth beyond typical peated expressions. This bottling suits those balancing a love of smoke with appreciation for sherried richness.
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Ardbeg 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (48.4%) (Darkness) is a 12-year-old single malt from Ardbeg (Scotland), bottled at 48.4% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and sweet character — smokey, sherried, chocolate, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Ardbeg's signature Islay peat meets Oloroso sherry cask maturation in this 12-year-old single malt, bottled at 48.4% ABV for the Darkness range. Sooty smoke intertwines with chocolate, dark fruit, and spice from the sherry influence, creating unexpected depth beyond typical peated expressions. This bottling suits those balancing a love of smoke with appreciation for sherried richness.
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