Ardbeg 21 Year Old
- Distillery
- Ardbeg
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 21 years
- Price
- £599
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (3 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Kippery, Leathery, Oily
- Description
- Ardbeg's 21 Year Old marks a recovery from the distillery's 1990s turbulence, matured entirely in ex-bourbon casks and bottled at 46% ABV without chill-filtration to preserve character. Two decades have mellowed Islay's peat signature into a more intricate presentation, where smoke, brine, and medicinal notes intertwine with subtle vanilla and dried citrus. The texture is oily and long, with complexity that unfolds across repeated tastings. This limited release suits those seeking proof that patience transforms Ardbeg's intensity into something profound.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is a 21-year-old single malt from Ardbeg (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, peaty and oaky character — smokey, medicinal, kippery, leathery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Ardbeg's 21 Year Old marks a recovery from the distillery's 1990s turbulence, matured entirely in ex-bourbon casks and bottled at 46% ABV without chill-filtration to preserve character. Two decades have mellowed Islay's peat signature into a more intricate presentation, where smoke, brine, and medicinal notes intertwine with subtle vanilla and dried citrus. The texture is oily and long, with complexity that unfolds across repeated tastings. This limited release suits those seeking proof that patience transforms Ardbeg's intensity into something profound.
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