Ardbeg 25 Year Old 1992 (cask 12290) - Xtra Old Particular Platinum (Douglas Laing)
- Distillery
- Ardbeg
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 50.5%
- Age
- 25 years
- Price
- £895
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Old Wood, Leathery, Medicinal, Dried Fruit
- Description
- 25 years add complexity to Ardbeg 1992 (cask 12290) at 50.5% ABV. 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal' might not be everyone's choice, though. Only a single rating of 5.0 available, so say what you will. At £895, that's a hefty weigh-in for one opinion.
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Ardbeg 25 Year Old 1992 (cask 12290) - Xtra Old Particular Platinum (Douglas Laing)
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✦ Neatly Summary
Ardbeg 25 Year Old 1992 (cask 12290) - Xtra Old Particular Platinum (Douglas Laing) is a 25-year-old single malt from Ardbeg (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 50.5% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and oaky 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.
25 years add complexity to Ardbeg 1992 (cask 12290) at 50.5% ABV. 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal' might not be everyone's choice, though. Only a single rating of 5.0 available, so say what you will. At £895, that's a hefty weigh-in for one opinion.
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