Ardbeg 1972 / Cask #861 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Ardbeg's 1972 vintage from bourbon hogshead cask #861, bottled in 2004, comes from a critically acclaimed batch of old casks released across European markets. The bourbon wood lets the distillery's foundational peat character shine—maritime smoke, tarry intensity, and ashy minerality—while the wood adds subtle sweetness and structure that prevents harshness despite the spirit's age and proof. Essential for whisky enthusiasts tracing Ardbeg's distillery character through its rarest vintages.

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