Ardbeg Corryvreckan

Powerful stuff here. Very pleasent nose once it opens up a little. Classic Ardbeg peat with a hint of vanilla. Flavor is big and robust. Peat, smoke, spice, seaweed, vanilla, iodine. A little hot without a few drops of water and some time to breath, but this is yet another beautiful offering from Ardbeg. You really need to spend a little time with this one to get to know it. Highly recommended for any fan or Ardbeg.

I love Ardbeg so god damn much. their 10 yr is my everyday drink. oogie is my special occasion and I had very high hopes for this one. It does everything perfectly, except aging in French oak casks. It creates a bitter aftertaste that overwhelms all the nuances of traditional Ardbeg. It's my only complaint but it takes a big hit. Comment and let me know if you feel the same.