Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old - Batch 6
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Tasting Notes
This Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old batch 6 whisky is a captivating dram that takes you on a sensory journey. The nose greets you with an intriguing fusion of olive oil, tar, soot, and chocolate ginger, complemented by a refreshing hint of freshly mown grass. As water unlocks the aroma, it unveils classic Ardbeg notes of fennel, peppermint, eucalyptus, and tarry rope. On the palate, the slightly oily mouthfeel gives way to an intense minty sweetness, intermingling with toasted bread, creosote, coal tar soap, and a whiff of smoked pineapple. The deep, rich flavors continue to unfold, offering dark chocolate, peppermint creams, bonfire embers, and camphor. The finish evokes the earthy notes of coffee grounds and liquorice, leaving a lasting impression. This 19-year-old whisky, aged in a combination of bourbon and oloroso sherry casks and bottled at 46.2% ABV, pays homage to the Singing Sands beach on Islay, where the white soft sands contrast with the jagged, volcanic rocks along the shore.