Scott_E
Ardbeg 10 Year
Single Malt — Islay, Scotland
Reviewed
March 21, 2014 (edited February 21, 2021)
Practically clear in color disguises the sweet, cool, peaty-smoke which dominates, with menthol, sea salt, honey sweetness; all perfectly blended and that's just on the nose. Cigar tobacco and the honey sweetness arrive immediately on the palate that is slightly oily in texture. Oak arrives soon after with hints of white pepper. A strong bite singes the tongue but quickly dissipates with a moment of bitterness. A sweet and smokey finish, with a hint of iodine, leaves the mouth salivating for another sip. The addition of water thins the the body and subdues the burn. Preferable without water, in its natural environment. A smoke lovers dram. [$49][90/100] [Revisited: 1/24/15; 11/14/15]
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@CKarmios understood. The answer is there is no answer. They are all good, at least in my mind. Anyone of those is a good pour, especially on a chilled evening.
When I debate this with myself, my brain starts arguing between Lagavulin 16, Ardbeg 10 and Laphroaig 10 and Caol Ila 12 - it’s a mess 😳
Was in the mood for a bit a smoke tonight and pulled this out since it has been a while. Funny, I was debating this or Lagavulin 16 too. Lol.
Just enjoyed this tonight too! Had a casual tasting with few old friends, for popularity, it came in close second to Lagavulin 16.