Ardbeg 2001 / 20 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2021 Islay Whisky

Ardbeg's 2001 vintage, released at Whisky Show 2021, channels the distillery's iconic smoky phenols through 20 years of American oak maturation. The nose unfolds with seaspray, tarry smoke, burnt citrus, and lemon shortbread, while the palate reveals cinnamon-spiced warmth, baked fruit, mint, and driftwood smoke that recalls beach bonfires. At 51.4% ABV, the spirit maintains excellent balance between peat intensity and fruit-forward complexity, with a lingering finish of green leaves and smoke. Essential for Ardbeg devotees and peat enthusiasts seeking a defined vintage expression.

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