Ardbeg An Oa

A softer ardbeg, if there's such a thing. I'm a peathead, and I prefer all of the other offerings from ardbeg over this one.

Do you like BBQ and all the flavors that come from it? This is your whisky. It's not my favorite Ardbeg, but it's excellent in its own right and really pulls the BBQ out of the peat. If you want more complexity, Ardbeg Uigeadail is where you want to go next in the lineup. Priced similar to Lagavulin 8, Bowman 12, and Laphroaig 10, it's a great addition for any Islay lover.

Definitely a bit sweeter than the 10. Can see the mint chocolate notes. There's definitely a cocoa vibe to the body. Mild cinnamon. Peat smoke is here, but balanced. Getting a little bit of bacon as I keep drinking. Some nice sweetness to it, caramel and chocolate

Smoky smell right from the start. Super peaty but still a good balance