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post #31 of 40
4/2/09 at 7:00am
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I watched a tasting review of Ardbeg 10 on YouTube. What the heck is 'Bonfires in Northern Europe'

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zk5jq...eature=related
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post #32 of 40
4/2/09 at 9:21am
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Originally Posted by MikkoN View Post
Anything with Ardbeg printed on it seems to fetch lots of £££$$$ these days.

I was looking about on the internet and found Ardberg 1974 going for £10,000 ($14,300+)

Mind you, it was two bottles with case, pen, eight silver cups etc etc

http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/P-7209.aspx
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post #33 of 40
5/10/09 at 2:58am
Bumping this thread.

I was no fan of the Ardbeg 10... too medicinal... too thin in consistency. Definitely drinkable though.

However, I recently got a chance to try Ardbeg Uigeadail (there didn't appear to be an age associated with this variety). The nose and initial taste was unmistakably Ardbeg, however the Uigeadail somehow managed to "correct" the shortcomings of the 10 year I was not fond of. It was actually quite enjoyable.

A colleague of mine has a bottle of the Ardbeg Supernova on the way. Apparently one needs to be a part of the Ardbeg "Committee" to even be able to purchase it. Can't wait to see what "galactic explosion of peat"/"peatiest Scotch ever" entails...
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post #34 of 40
8/31/09 at 9:38pm
Re Supernova, the general release is now available. It packs some wallop.
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post #35 of 40
8/31/09 at 11:09pm
I never did get to sample the Committee Release, but I did manage to pick up a couple bottles of the General Release. Significantly less sherry than the Uigeadail, yet still well-balanced (and of course, peaty as hell). Excellent whisky... much more enjoyable than the Port Charlotte (Bruichladdich) Octomore 1.1 (which truly was a brutal experience).
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post #36 of 40
9/1/09 at 2:23am
In my opinion, Uigeadail is one of the best values in scotch. Laphroaig CS is also great at its price. The Islays aren't for anyone. Lagavulin 16, because of its sweetness, is a great foray into the region. I had a glass of the Supernova and wasn't impressed. Its a good Ardbeg, but its not worth its ridiculous price. Ardbeg takes sherry incredibly and Oogie, with its sherried characteristics is my favorite widely available expression.
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post #37 of 40
9/2/09 at 11:55am
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What is your prior Scotch experience? You just don't jump into Ardbeg. ~ Huntsman
I would agree with this, though Ardbeg Ten was the first single malt I ever tried. Fortunately for me, I like peat and Islay whiskies so it all worked out for the best. I would reccomend adding a little branch water or even an ice cube to mellow it out. It really helps to bring out some hidden flavors in the palatte, such as some citrus. I am of the opinion that a good spyeside is probably your best bet as a starter single malt.
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post #38 of 40
9/17/10 at 12:34am
I recently picked up a bottle of Ardbeg Ten at a going out of business sale, 40% off. What a great decision, I truly LOVE this!

My wife thinks there is something wrong with me as I exault its praises as I enjoy my dram. Absolutely delicious!
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post #39 of 40
9/17/10 at 1:56am
my lady doesn't understand the appeal in Ardbeg, Caol Ila - she thinks they smell like a hospital
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post #40 of 40
9/17/10 at 3:43am
Actually had the Ardbeg 10 tonight, along with an Aberlour 16, double casked in oak and sherry. First time with the Aberlour, which won the general approval of all sampling. If you're a sherry lover like me who enjoys a more complex, fruity scotch with a slight, peppery/chocolaty finish, I heartily recommend it. Also worked well with a simple black Cavendish tobacco for any pipe smokers out there.

Still don't care for Ardbeg. Whoever dubbed it as "peaty ass rape" is not far off the mark. Sorry Ardbeg lovers.
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