A much anticipated release from Islay's Ardbeg distillery. Their 25 year old shows the smoke, but also the complexity of flavour that 25 years in an oak cask gives you. 25 year old casks are supremely rare at the Ardbeg distillery. This has been aged in ex bourbon casks, and bottled in this striking bottle and box.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose – A pungent burst of smoked cream, peppermint and toffee, with Ardbeg’s classic fennel and pine resin. Distant earthy bonfires mix with herbal and fruity (banana tropical) notes, along with fragrant candle wax.
Palate – An extremely vibrant, hot peppery mouthfeel, leads in to a burst of sherbet lemon sweetness (candied apples,pears oranges), hints of carbolic soap and tar, more creamy toffee, aniseed and chilli pepper.
Finish – A long, mellow, lingering aftertaste, with lots of cream, fudge and delicate antiseptic notes An elegant, soothing style of Ardbeg.