Ardbeg 1993 (cask 1290) (bottled 2017) - Mackillop's Choice
- Distillery
- Ardbeg
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 50.9%
- Age
- 24 years
- Price
- £389.54
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Leathery, Old Wood, Dried Fruit
- Description
- Ardbeg's heavily peated single cask expression from 1993, matured for 24 years and bottled at cask strength in 2017. This Mackillop's Choice release of 240 bottles captures classic Islay character: tar, brine, and medicinal smoke with a long, dry finish.
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Ardbeg 1993 (cask 1290) (bottled 2017) - Mackillop's Choice is a 24-year-old single malt from Ardbeg (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 50.9% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, vibrant and fruity and oaky character — smokey, leathery, old wood, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Ardbeg's heavily peated single cask expression from 1993, matured for 24 years and bottled at cask strength in 2017. This Mackillop's Choice release of 240 bottles captures classic Islay character: tar, brine, and medicinal smoke with a long, dry finish.
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