Ardbeg Wee Beastie 5 Year Old
- Distillery
- Ardbeg
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 47.4%
- Age
- 5 years
- Price
- £33.95
- Community rating
- 4.08 / 5 (66 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Oily, Toasted
- Description
- With a 4.07 rating and 66 reviews, Ardbeg Wee Beastie 5 Year Old stands out for its youth. At 47.4% ABV, enthusiasts call it 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal', adding complexity to its Islay origins. With a price of £33.95, it could be a bargain for peat lovers.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Ardbeg Wee Beastie 5 Year Old is a 5-year-old single malt from Ardbeg (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 47.4% ABV. Holds a 4.1/5 community rating. Expect intensely smoky, peaty and oaky character — smokey, medicinal, oily, toasted. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. Excellent everyday value.
With a 4.07 rating and 66 reviews, Ardbeg Wee Beastie 5 Year Old stands out for its youth. At 47.4% ABV, enthusiasts call it 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal', adding complexity to its Islay origins. With a price of £33.95, it could be a bargain for peat lovers.
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