Name: Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Brand: Ardbeg
Price: 122.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) is characterised by Smokey, Medicinal, Oily notes. Only 306 bottles of this 1994 Ardbeg exist, distilled on Islay and matured for 17 years in a single bourbon barrel before natural cask strength bottling by Murray McDavid in 2011.

Question 2

Is Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 70/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) is not particularly sweet (0/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (56.5%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) costs £122.95 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 56.5% ABV, Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid)?

Accepted Answer

Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) similar to Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) and Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Medicinal) and are in a similar price range. Talisker 15 Year Old (Special Release 2019) costs £112.5 vs £122.95 for Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid).

Question 11

Is Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) similar to Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) and Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Medicinal, Oily) and are in a similar price range. Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) costs £130 vs £122.95 for Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid).

Question 12

How does Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) compare to Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010)?

Accepted Answer

Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) and Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Ardbeg 17 Year Old 1994 - Mission (Murray McDavid) is bold and smoky, while Glen Spey 21 Year Old (Special Release 2010) is known for Fresh Fruit, Citric, Vanilla notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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