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Scotch · Islay, Scotland

Ardbeg 10

The peatiest of the heavily-peated Islay trio. Briny and bold.

ABV46%
Age10 Year
Price$55–70
Rating4.5 ★

Distillery

Ardbeg Distillery

Tasting notes

Nose
Peat smoke, lemon, and seaweed
Palate
Bold with peat, citrus, seaweed, and charred oak
Finish
Long, smoky, slightly dry

Flavor profile

peatlemonseaweedoakchar

How to drink it

  • neat
  • rocks

Food pairings

  • grilled lamb
  • smoked oysters
  • lemon tart
  • aged gouda

Price tier

Special-occasion shelf. $50–100. Reach for celebrations.

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