Elements of Islay Ar11

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So we know this one is going to be sought after, and we won't possibly be able to make everyone happy by getting them a bottle. In addition to limiting sales to 1 per customer (no exceptions), we are also asking you to purchase one other Elements of Islay Single Malt, one of: Cl12 (at 25% off), Pl6 (at 25% off), or one of the other new releases: Lg10 or Oc6. This 2000 vintatge Ardbeg was matured 12 years in American oak before finishing in a PX Sherry Butt. 56.8%. 90pts from Whisky Fun & Whisky Base!

Producer Description

“Nearly two decades of aging have not tamed the classic smokiness of this Ardbeg. Expect a brawny dram where sweet, spicy and meaty flavours battle it out over open flames.  Only 840 bottles produced.”

Producer Tasting Note

Nose: Incense thrown on a log fire. Spiced fruitcake with raisins, star anise and saffron served on a wooden board.

Palate: Intense flavours of leather, clove, burnt caramel and liquorice. Teriyaki glaze on barbeque ribs. With water, it develops fruity notes of plum jam and dried blackcurrants.

Finish: Long and bittersweet – an espresso served with biscotti and chunks of dark chocolate.

90pts Whisky Fun

"Last year’s Ar10 was amazing (WF 92) but that was a classic bourbon cask. Classic and often unbeatable, but you never know… Colour: full gold. Nose: first fill PX, really? Because this is neither stuffy, nor heady, nor ueber-raisiny, it rather lets the distillate shine and sing. In short, this is clearly and totally Ardbeg, with just a layer of bright citrus over it. Citrons, tangerines, bergamots… With water: oh, old ropes, seaweed, sea breeze, perhaps even a tiny oyster that happened to be crawling by... Mouth (neat): the cask’s a little more obvious on the palate, with more dried berries (raisins, goji) and a firmer cake-iness (cinnamon cake), as well as a large amount of marmalade and just touches of juniper. However, balance has been reached. With water: even more PXness after reduction, but it remains fresh – if not refreshing. Finish: rather long and frankly on berries, raisins, and yeah, Pedro. The good news is that citrus fruits are back in the aftertaste, with this uplifting-quality that’s always a hit. Comments: I was going for 89 until the fresh and bright aftertaste put the baby back on the tracks. SGP:656 - 90 points."

500 ml