Ardbeg Wee Beastie

I am generally a big Ardbeg fan. I do however have some apprehension about this one, fearing a total ashtray-licking experience due to its youth. Let's go. 2oz in Glencairn at home. Nose is big smoke, definite ash, with some hints of seaside trying to poke through. Taste is more of the same, with a lingering bitter ash coating the back of the tongue and down into the throat. Maybe some iodine, maybe some seared brisket, but then maybe that is me just hoping to find something besides a campfire in my mouth. This is, well, rough. No nuance or balance. I don't hate it, but I can't say I enjoy it so much as tolerate it. You want to scare a neophyte away from single malt Scotch for life, this is your dram. 8/7/2020

Excellent! What a pleasant surprise for this delicious expression to show up as a new, less expensive addition to the permanent lineup. Bacon on the nose with peat, seawater, and black licorice on the palate. I’ll be back!

Great stuff! The essence of Islay :-)

Nice medium smoke, followed by some spicy notes. Few more sips in and the sweet fruit and floral notes really start to come out. Very enjoyable, thanks Jimothy!