The Ardbeg 10 Years Old is a legendary Islay single malt whisky, known worldwide as the peatiest, smokiest, and most complex whisky of them all. Despite its immense smoky character, Ardbeg Ten achieves perfect balance, allowing the natural sweetness of the malt to shine through. Bottled at 46% ABV and matured in ex-bourbon casks, this whisky is non-chill filtered, ensuring its purity and full-bodied flavor profile.
 
The light gold liquid reveals an aroma bursting with sea spray, tarry rope, and intense smoky fruit, complemented by zesty lemon, lime, and waxy dark chocolate. Bold menthol, black pepper, and graphite add complexity, while notes of smoked fish, crispy bacon, green bell peppers, and baked pineapple provide depth. A splash of water unlocks oceanic minerality, cool briny sea spray, and herbal pine woodlands, alongside hints of beeswax, toasted vanilla, and sizzling cinnamon.
 
On the palate, the explosion of crackling peat intertwines with tangy lemon and lime, sizzling cinnamon-spiced toffee, and a wave of brine mixed with smooth buttermilk, ripe bananas, and currants. Smoke rises, accompanied by creamy cappuccino and toasted marshmallows, coating the palate with chewy peat oils and dry espresso. The long, smoky finish leaves traces of tarry espresso, aniseed, toasted almonds, and fresh pear.