ABV 56%
Real Ardbeg peatiness and smokiness.
Michael Jackson
Ardbeg
Brand
1976, Distillery Manager's Choice
Expression
Single Malt
Type
No age statement
Age (Years)
56%
ABV
Islay
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Driftwood bonfires on the beach, then home to a hot, steamy bath in coal-tar soap.
Palate: Syrupy, sensuous, tar-like.
Finish: Charcoal. Perfumy. Fresh. Therapeutic.
Comment: Real Ardbeg peatiness and smokiness.
Score: 9
Taster
Nose: Heavily oaked and richly sherried, salty heavy weight aromas. Prickly spice adds to the aroma.
Palate: Absolutely mind-blowing. The sweet peat is dense and chewy but also offers lighter smoky tones, too and eventually oak and iodine.
Finish: Sweet and toasty, some hickory and highly roasted coffee blends well with the massive peat.
Comment: The nose may be a little disappointing, but in all a glorious experience not to be missed.
Score: 9.5
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