Ardbeg Wee Beastie

Unlike the 10 year old the smoke &peat do not overwhelm every other taste & smell. Yes it is the first thing to hit the nose and tongue however the aroma of cigar and leather come through. After the initial smoke assault I can find flavors of seaweed and trace amounts of sweetness. Perhaps Islay just isn’t for me

On the nose: smoke, peat, milk chocolate and sweet vanilla On the palate: peat, smoke, brine, touch of citrus, dark chocolate, cocoa powder, ham (RUMMMM HAMMMM?), and sweet vanilla and honey. Finishes very sweet accompanied by smoke and earthiness. The 10 is more refined, but this is a great dram. I like it even better with a touch of water which brings out more sweetness to balance the peat notes.

Meaty, leather, brine & honey. I always enjoy Ardbeg.