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Ardbeg
21 Year Old Whisky
Customer Rating
“Wow, wow, wow! As the review below suggests this isn't like the other mainstream Ardbeg expressions. The nose is of citrus and cloves above that peculiarly subtle, iconic peatiness On the palate it is long and complex, peppery, vanilla, I also get the very faint smoked salmon finish at the end. Like eating a delicious blini! The finish lasts a lifetime and the mouthfeel is so thick it is almost chewy. A serious whiskey and worth every penny! If you can get your hands on a bottle, do!”
Jeremy Hote-Blume
Description
A limited edition bottling of Ardbeg 21 Year Old single malt, matured in ex-bourbon casks and bottled at 46% ABV without chill-filtration. This bottling was unveiled in the latter half of 2016, as was said to mark the turbulent times that the distillery went through in the 1990s.
This bottle was part of a private collection - if you'd like more detailed info and/or photos just get in touch!
Tasting Note by The Producer
Nose
A beautiful, sumptuous but curious mix of tarry smoke, Ardbeg ice cream and black pepper. Some green leafy herbal top notes are then discovered, like fennel or basil. A splash of water releases sweet toffee, popcorn and buttery oak, but always anchored by Ardbeg’s sooty, tarry smoke.
Palate
An intense, peppery, ‘fizzy’ mouthfeel gives way to rich flavours of liquorice/aniseed, marzipan, toasted rye bread, charcoal and peppermint. The harmonious, integrated flavour lingers, with more creamy vanilla, sweet notes, and a dash of spice.
Finish
Long and lingering, but quite gentle, almost soothing, with more coal tar, aniseed and smoky butter.
