Ardbeg 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 2323) - First Fill Cote Rotie
- Distillery
- Ardbeg
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 58.2%
- Age
- 8 years
- Price
- £1200
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Cooked Fruit, Sherried, Citric
- Description
- Neither ratings nor reviews, but Ardbeg 8 Year Old hits a high ABV of 58.2%. The £1200 price tag invites doubt whether 'Smokey' and 'Cooked Fruit' will justify the cost. Still, 'Sherried' and 'Citric' flavors tempt the adventurous.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Ardbeg 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 2323) - First Fill Cote Rotie is a 8-year-old single malt from Ardbeg (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 58.2% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and sweet character — smokey, cooked fruit, sherried, citric. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Neither ratings nor reviews, but Ardbeg 8 Year Old hits a high ABV of 58.2%. The £1200 price tag invites doubt whether 'Smokey' and 'Cooked Fruit' will justify the cost. Still, 'Sherried' and 'Citric' flavors tempt the adventurous.
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