Single Malt
Scotland
Oak
Yes
Aged in a similar style to the standard 10 year old, except for the fact that a portion of the whisky was aged in heavily charred barrels. The barrels are charred to such an extent that they start to crack a little on the inside, and this resembles alligator skin, thus the name. The committee release of Ardbeg Alligator was exceptional and incredibly popular. This will follow suit...
This bottle was part of a private collection - if you'd like more detailed photos just get in touch!
Stunning aromas of charcoal, mulled wine and lemon icing sugar. Very creamy, with notes of vanilla and yoghurt, with a huge BBQ note. Some gingerbread and tangy apricots, and burning brown sugar.
Creamy and zesty, with a huge whack of grapefruit and lemon, as well as BBQ sauce, ginger and orange zest. Like a really toasty rye whiskey in parts, with hints of icing sugar, cocoa, gingernut biscuits and intense smoke.
Sweet and creamy with peppery, crackling peat smouldering away for hours.
One of the best Ardbegs we've ever tasted. A mind-blowing malt!
I like these one a lot. I got 2. One is drunk up, the other one is for keep.
I like these one a lot. I got 2. One is drunk up, the other one is for keep.
It has a somewhat slippery initial texture that becomes almost scaly as it wraps you up.. It takes you into an amazing death roll of surprises before the dark inexplicable satisfaction overwhelmes your tongue and you gasp for air.. An eternal aftertaste lingers on and on once you see the light.. I've got two bottles and I'm scared to touch them..
I´m new to Whisky and honestly I don´t always find whisky drinkable but this Alligator stuff is "the water of life", the best I´ve tried so far!!!
Superb whisky, great peat and very smooth. Slightly different to the committee release but nearly as good and for half the price of a CR bottle. Well done Ardbeg.....
