Ardbeg 1974 Provenance / 23 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Distillery
- Ardbeg
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £6500
- Tasting notes
- Fresh Fruit, Citric, Toasted
- Description
- Distilled in 1974 and bottled in 1997 shortly after Glenmorangie acquired the struggling distillery, this Provenance represents a critical chapter in Ardbeg's history. At 23 years old and bottled at 55.6% ABV, it carries the full force of Islay peat smoke, tar, and maritime brine tempered by time in cask. This European release is a rare snapshot of post-revival Ardbeg and suits serious collectors willing to invest in whisky history.
Similar bottles to Ardbeg 1974 Provenance / 23 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Same price range with overlapping tasting notes:
- Ardbeg 1974 Provenance / 23 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Yamazaki 25 Year Old — Yamazaki, £5810.95, 4.1★ · Old Wood, Sherried, Vanilla, Honey
- Ardbeg 1974 Provenance / 23 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Dalmore 40 Year Old 1966 — Dalmore, £7995, 2.7★ · Sherried, Old Wood, Vanilla, Toasted
Different style alternatives to Ardbeg 1974 Provenance / 23 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Same price range with a contrasting flavour profile:
- Ardbeg 1974 Provenance / 23 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) — Yamazaki, £7299, 5.0★ · Old Wood, Vanilla, Honey
- Ardbeg 1974 Provenance / 23 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release — Bladnoch, £4995, 5.0★ · Sherried, Old Wood, Cooked Fruit, Honey
- Ardbeg 1974 Provenance / 23 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs The Balvenie 40 Year Old — Balvenie, £7225, 4.8★ · Old Wood, Vanilla, Sherried, Honey
No ratings yet
My Rating
Tap to rate
ABV
40%
Age
NAS
Style
✦ Neatly Summary
Ardbeg 1974 Provenance / 23 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a from Ardbeg (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, oaky and subtly sweet character — fresh fruit, citric, toasted. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Distilled in 1974 and bottled in 1997 shortly after Glenmorangie acquired the struggling distillery, this Provenance represents a critical chapter in Ardbeg's history. At 23 years old and bottled at 55.6% ABV, it carries the full force of Islay peat smoke, tar, and maritime brine tempered by time in cask. This European release is a rare snapshot of post-revival Ardbeg and suits serious collectors willing to invest in whisky history.
Community Tasting Notes
No community notes yet. Sign in to add yours.
Neatly may earn a commission · Prices may vary
Similar taste profile
Questions & Answers