Ardbeg 25 Year Old 1978 Mount Everest (Silver Seal)
- Distillery
- Ardbeg
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 25 years
- Price
- £612.95
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Old Wood, Leathery, Medicinal
- Description
- Rare and historically significant, this 1978 Ardbeg commemorates Hillary and Norgay's 1953 Everest ascent and was bottled by Silver Seal in distinctive silver crocodile-leather packaging. The 25-year maturation bridges Islay's classic peated tradition with substantial age complexity.
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Ardbeg 25 Year Old 1978 Mount Everest (Silver Seal) is a 25-year-old single malt from Ardbeg (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, oaky and peaty character — smokey, old wood, leathery, medicinal. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Rare and historically significant, this 1978 Ardbeg commemorates Hillary and Norgay's 1953 Everest ascent and was bottled by Silver Seal in distinctive silver crocodile-leather packaging. The 25-year maturation bridges Islay's classic peated tradition with substantial age complexity.
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