Ardbeg - 13YO, Anthology, 2023, 46%

Ardbeg

Type : Single Malt Whisky
Bottled : 2023
Cask Type : Ex-Bourbon and Sauternes
Age : 13YO
Strength : 46%
Content : 700ml

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Tasting note from Master of Malt for reference:

Nose:

Very distinctively oily, with touches of extra virgin olive oil, sweet briar wood, aromatic herbs (coriander & sage) and a suggestion of smoked lemon peel. A splash of water releases more oiliness, like linseed oil, a gentle waxiness, and a burst of perfumed, aromatic carbolic soap, and finally, a whiff of crème brulee.

Palate:

A soft, oily, mouthcoating texture leads into a rich, sweet, smoky palate, with hints of oak moss, treacle, aniseed lozenges and a lovely, sweet, woody/balsamic flavour. This is then followed by smoked apricots and eucalyptus oil.

Finish:

Finally comes a lingering, sweet/smoky aftertaste, with a touch of cumin, cardamon and the merest hint of coconut.