The Ardbeg Blaaack is a limited edition Islay single malt Scotch, released in 2020 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Ardbeg Committee. This exceptional expression was crafted using Pinot Noir wine casks from New Zealand, a remote island nation renowned for its sheep outnumbering its human population. This marks the first time in Ardbeg's history that wine casks from the farthest distance from Islay have been used. Bottled at 50.7% ABV, the Ardbeg Blaaack offers a unique flavor profile, combining velvety summer fruit pudding, bitter cherry, and Ardbeg's signature smoky character with a deeper edge of soot. This special edition was exclusively available to Ardbeg Committee members and underscores the distillery's commitment to innovation and excellence. Ardbeg, a distillery founded in 1815, is celebrated for its smoky drams and has a storied history of overcoming adversity. Throughout the years, it has been owned by various entities, including Diageo forerunners DCL, Hiram Walker, Allied Lyons, and Glenmorangie plc, now part of LVMH. Ardbeg has been awarded World Whisky of the Year multiple times and continues to thrive, with plans to increase distillation capacity in 2018. The Ardbeg Committee, established in the year 2000, commemorates its 20th anniversary with the release of the Ardbeg Blaaack. This special edition is a fitting tribute to two decades of exclusive releases and the committee's unwavering dedication to the Ardbeg brand.
The Ardbeg Blaaack is unique due to its aging in Pinot Noir wine casks from New Zealand, a first in Ardbeg's history. This imparts distinctive flavors to the whisky.
No, Ardbeg Blaaack was a limited edition release exclusively available to Ardbeg Committee members.
The Ardbeg Blaaack is bottled at an ABV of 50.7%.
The specific aging duration is not disclosed, but it was matured in Pinot Noir wine casks from New Zealand.
Ardbeg Blaaack is an exceptional and unique release that truly stands out in the Ardbeg lineup. The use of Pinot Noir wine casks from New Zealand lends it a distinctive flavor, combining Ardbeg's signature smoky character with a complex medley of fruity and spicy notes. This limited edition is a must-try for whisky enthusiasts and a fitting tribute to the 20th anniversary of the Ardbeg Committee.
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