Ardbeg / 1980, Kildalton - Whisky Magazine

Ardbeg

1980, Kildalton

ABV 57.6%
REVIEWED Issue 46

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Specifications

Brand: Ardbeg
Expression: 1980, Kildalton
Type: Scotland Whisky / Single Malt
Age: No Age Statement
ABV: 57.6%
Country/Region: Scotland / Islay
Bottling type: Standard (Distillery or blended)

Tasting notes

Taster Dave Broom

Nose: Hefty with toasty oak, sweet mandarin, orange blossom, oat, then piney notes. A substantial elegant nose.
Palate: Smooth and silky. The orange reappears with honey and cooked fruits. Concentrated and rich.
Finish: Long, silky.
Comment: A substantial drink with an all-enveloping charm.

8.3

Taster Michael Jackson

Nose: Nutty. Marzipan.
Palate: Very sweet. Develops some dried fruit. Nutty maltiness. A hint of lemon peel. Saffron.
Finish: Quick. Hot.
Comment: Where's the peat-smoke? Not very Islay.

7.3

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