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This is due in no small part to a spell spent in Ardbeg’s newly-established Gathering Vat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithin the vat we gather together whiskies from several cask types - including; sweet Pedro Ximenez; spicy Virgin charred oak; and intense ex-bourbon casks, amongst others - where they familiarise themselves with each other. The result is a dram with smoky power, mellowed by a delectable, smooth sweetness. Hallmark Ardbeg peat, dark chocolate and aniseed are wrapped in smooth, silky butterscotch, black pepper and clove, before rising to an intense crescendo of flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon chill-filtered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRounded and smoky - like burning Applewood - with creamy toffee, aniseed, treacle and dates. A curious suggestion of juicy fruits, such as peach and banana. With a drop of water, reminders of Ardbeg’s classic fragrance – lime, pine resin, fennel, saddle soap and tar. A gentle waxiness, like fragrant candle wax, and hints of smoked herbs. An Oa gives a final subtle reminder of the sea with briny notes and seaweed but always accompanied with creaminess.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA smooth, creamy texture leads into a huge syrupy sweetness, flavours of milk chocolate, treacle toffee, aniseed, orange and smoky tea leaves. Gentle, sweet spices (nutmeg \u0026amp; cinnamon), some cigar smoke, and a very unusual flavour of grilled artichokes. Wood is always present in the spirit, gently nutty and reminiscent of a carpenter’s workshop. A long, sweet finish, with floral overtones, mint toffee and some gentle malty biscuit notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLingering, seductive, gentle yet intense, with flavours of aniseed, hickory and distant subtle smoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ardbeg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31546087309396,"sku":"ARDBEG-AN-OA","price":119.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-ardbeg-an-oa-new.jpg?v=1719634412"},{"product_id":"ardbeg-corryvreckan-islay-single-malt-scotch-whisky-700ml","title":"Ardbeg Corryvreckan Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArdbeg Corryvreckan takes its name from the famous whirlpool that lies to the north of Islay, where only the bravest souls dare to venture. Swirling aromas and torrents of deep, peaty, peppery taste lurk beneath the surface of this beautifully balanced dram. Like the whirlpool itself, Corryvreckan is not for the faint-hearted! Awarded The World’s Best Single Malt in 2010 by the World Whiskies Awards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-chill filtered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHeady, intense and powerful. Swirl the glass and dip your nose into the torrents of tarry ropes, creosote and linseed oil rising from deep within the vortex. A collision of waxy dark chocolate, warm blackcurrants and muscovado sugar pulls you under its spell with a burst of plump cherries and earthy pine needles leaping from its depths. From salty seasoning comes a briny character with tangy crisp seaweed and smoky bacon swirling on the surface with hints of sweet vanilla, spicy cloves and blueberries. Surrender to its dangerous depths with the heady force of menthol, treacle and chilli sauce.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePlunge into the whirlpool and torrents of taste well up on the palate; deep, peppery and chewy, bombarding the tongue. The first plunge brings forth chewy peppered steak soaked in pepper sauce with the tang of crispy seaweed. As you descend deeper, encounter a mouthful of black tarry espresso coffee that coats the palate with rich melted dark fruits (blackcurrants, blueberries and cherries) and bitter almonds. As the taste soaks in deeper, star anise and hickory dry out the palate before a surprise of chalky effervescent violets fizz to the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLong, deep and remaining powerful into the finish with black tarry coffee, chocolate coated cherries and hot pepper sauce, the lingering memories of your mysterious and daring journey into Corryvreckan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eI selected this as my 1,500th whisky tasted for the historic Jim Murray Bible 2009. I'm so glad i did because many have told me they thought Blasda ahead of this. 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Rich flowering currants and warm baked banana and walnut bread are served with simmering mocha espresso.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFull flavoured and rich with a deep mouth-coating texture, the taste is an intriguing balance between sweet, spicy and deep smoky flavours. The flavour is initially sweet. A burst of winter spices sets off a smoky-spicy explosion countered by a sumptuous mid-palate of honey glazed smoked food and chewy treacle. 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Lengthy in the finish, with smoky caramel\u003c\/em\u003e.\" - Gavin Smith, Whisky Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ardbeg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32450369552468,"sku":"ARDBEG-UIGEADAIL","price":149.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-ardbeg-uigeadail-new.jpg?v=1719634107"},{"product_id":"ardbeg-an-oa-islay-single-malt-scotch-whisky-1l","title":"Ardbeg An Oa Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 1L","description":"Ardbeg An Oa is singularly rounded, due in no small part to time spent in our newly established bespoke oak Gathering Vat where whiskies from several cask types - including; sweet Pedro Ximenez; spicy virgin charred oak; and intense ex-bourbon casks, amongst others - familiarise themselves with each other. \n\nThe result is a dram with smoky power, mellowed by a delectable, smooth sweetness. Hallmark Ardbeg peat, dark chocolate and aniseed are wrapped in smooth, silky butterscotch, black pepper and clove, before rising to an intense crescendo of flavour.","brand":"Ardbeg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39271086850239,"sku":"ARDBEG-AN-OA-1L","price":134.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/products\/tds-ardbeg-an-oa-1l.jpg?v=1614405234"},{"product_id":"ardbeg-10-year-old-islay-single-malt-scotch-whisky-1l","title":"Ardbeg 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 1L","description":"\u003cp\u003eArdbeg Ten Years Old is revered around the world as the peatiest, smokiest, most complex single malt of them all. 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The finish is complex, compelling, and quite lengthy with ginger, white pepper, allspice, saline, coffee grounds, dried apple, and lingering smoke.\u003c\/em\u003e\" - Susannah Skiver Barton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ardbeg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43832318853335,"sku":"ARDBEG-25YO","price":1849.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-ardbeg-25.jpg?v=1685341487"},{"product_id":"ardbeg-bizarrebq-limited-edition-islay-single-malt-scotch-whisky-700ml","title":"Ardbeg BizarreBQ Limited Edition Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou start with a hare-brained idea, you bring together three unique casks, two masters in their own right, and a whole lot of heat and smoke… what do you get? You get the Distillery’s first ever barbecue-inspired whisky – Ardbeg BizarreBQ. 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Aromas of lemon balsam reminisce with linseed oil and heather honey, while soot and peppermint stir up memories of ground coffee and aniseed on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"preFlex flexIn\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Ardbeg Vintage Y2K is a phenomenal souvenir of a pivotal year at Ardbeg. Crafted at the dawn of a new era in our historic still, this ultra-rare whisky has been stowed carefully at the Distillery ever since. 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Waves of toasted oak and paprika guide your palate towards a gentle finish that resonates long beyond the glass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon chill-filtered at 46.2% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose: \u003c\/strong\u003eTropical peat, golden ripe apple, black peppers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTropical heaven, a lot of crushed pineapple and ripe apple, passion fruits and lime, very elegant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLong, sweet barley and popcorn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\"This malt hits the palate with sweet, smoky grace and a flavorful fruity hook. 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Great balance and texture throughout, very light and easy to drink, and well-integrated with layers of depth.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - David Fleming, Whisky Advocate (94 Points)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eI’ve had plenty of fruit-heavy Ardbeg expressions before, but this one is definitely deep in the spectrum, the palate almost syrupy with its big notes of pear and banana, laced with caramel and cotton candy. The ultra-sweet bubble gum theme continues on the unctuous body, while the finish comes across as surprisingly underdeveloped, showcasing notes of green banana and more tinned pears, the fruit salad becoming a bit simplistic. A chewy caramel flan quality endures on the conclusion.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Christopher Null, Drinkhacker (88 Points)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eArdbeg has hit a new high for me. I thought last year’s Ardbeg Day release was a knockout, but this scotch takes it to another level — or should we say, “defies gravity.” A memorable combination of elegance and danger, this scotch is going to stay with me for a long time. Brava, Ardbeg!\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Cynthia Merstern, T8ke (90 Points)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ardbeg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48454167003351,"sku":"ARDBEG-SMOKIVERSE","price":199.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-ardbeg-smokiverse.jpg?v=1775482334"}],"url":"https:\/\/thedrinksociety.sg\/collections\/ardbeg.oembed","provider":"The Drink Society","version":"1.0","type":"link"}