The Ardbeg Scorch Committee Release Edition 2021 is a distinguished bottling released to commemorate Ardbeg Day, an annual celebration of the iconic Islay distillery. Bottled at an assertive 51.7% ABV, this exceptional whisky has been matured in fiercely charred ex-bourbon casks, which imbue the spirit with intense and complex notes of aniseed, clove, sandalwood, soot, smoke, grilled flavors, black licorice, and antiseptic lozenge.
Ardbeg is celebrated for its heavily peated whiskies, and the Scorch is a testament to this legacy. The distillery, which has been producing whisky since 1798, sources its malted barley from the renowned maltings in Port Ellen. This Committee Release, bottled in 2021, further cements Ardbeg's reputation for creating unforgettable drams, thanks to its maturation in exceptionally charred ex-bourbon American oak casks.
Founded in 1815, the Ardbeg distillery has a storied history marked by several changes in ownership and periods of inactivity. The distillery's fortunes took a positive turn in 1997 when it was acquired by Glenmorangie plc, now part of LVMH. Under this stewardship, Ardbeg has garnered multiple accolades, including the prestigious World Whisky of the Year award on several occasions. The distillery's commitment to quality and innovation continues, with plans to increase distillation capacity by adding two additional stills in 2018.
The Scorch is a unique dram characterized by its sweet smoky flavor profile, a result of its maturation in heavily charred ex-bourbon American oak casks. This whisky is sure to captivate fans of Ardbeg and peated whiskies alike.
This edition is a special bottling released in honor of Ardbeg Day, showcasing a unique maturation process in heavily charred ex-bourbon casks, resulting in a complex smoky flavor profile.
The ABV of this whisky is 51.7%, contributing to its bold and robust character.
The Ardbeg distillery is located on the Isle of Islay in Scotland, a region renowned for its peated whiskies.
In my opinion, the Ardbeg Scorch Committee Release Edition 2021 is one of the finest special editions from Ardbeg in recent years. The nose is nothing short of wonderful with its fine smoky scent, and the taste is a poetic blend of smoke, peat, and vanilla sweetness. While the finish might not fully meet my expectations, it remains enjoyable. It's a shame I only have one bottle of this extraordinary whisky.
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