The Ardbeg Hypernova Committee Release HN2022 is a limited edition bottling and the most heavily peated whisky to date from the iconic Islay distillery, surpassing even the much-loved Supernova series. Distilled from peated malt barley with a phenol level of 170ppm, this transdimensional smoky dram was exclusively released to Ardbeg Committee members in October 2022.
Ardbeg, founded in 1815, is renowned for its outstandingly smoky drams. The distillery was purchased by Diageo forerunners DCL and Hiram Walker in 1973, and later by Glenmorangie plc (now part of LVMH) in 1997, who turned around its fortunes. Ardbeg was mothballed for most of the 1980s and closed again in 1996, but has since increased its distillation capacity by adding two more stills in 2018.
The Hypernova is a truly cataclysmic event for the distillery, with a malty magnitude never before experienced. This non-age-statement release is described as having notes of pungent peat smoke, aniseed, toasted lavender, bitter almonds, dark chocolate, plasticine, and burnt rubber. It is a brutally smoky and intense dram, radiating flavor in every direction, and possibly the smokiest dram in the world.
The Ardbeg Hypernova HN2022 Release is the most heavily peated whisky from Ardbeg, with a phenol level of 170ppm. It surpasses the much-loved Supernova series in intensity, making it a unique and highly sought-after release.
This limited edition whisky was exclusively released to Ardbeg Committee members in October 2022.
The primary tasting notes include pungent peat smoke, aniseed, toasted lavender, bitter almonds, dark chocolate, plasticine, and burnt rubber.
Sweet, salty, citrus notes, fresh fruits, hint of hansaplast, hint of smoke
Peat, tar, burnt rubber, very oily, citrus notes, sweet floral, herbal notes
Medium length, dry, smoke, sweet
The Ardbeg Hypernova HN2022 radiates an intense smoky profile that captivates the senses. Its combination of sweet, salty, and citrus notes on the nose, followed by a chewy mouthfeel loaded with peat, tar, and burnt rubber, leaves a lasting impression. The finish is medium in length with a dry, smoky sweetness that lingers.
As a reviewer, I find the Ardbeg Hypernova HN2022 to be an extraordinary whisky that pushes the boundaries of peat and smoke. Its complex profile of pungent peat smoke, aniseed, and dark chocolate, along with the unique notes of plasticine and burnt rubber, create a truly unforgettable experience. This is a must-try for any peat lover and a testament to Ardbeg's innovative spirit.
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