Davie-Warner
Ardbeg Dark Cove (2016 Committee Release)
Single Malt — Islay, Scotland
Reviewed
November 14, 2017 (edited October 6, 2019)
NOSE:
Sweet smoky baked beans
Smoked ham hock
Strawberry jam
Smoked paprika
Salty sea air & crushed seashells
PALATE:
Strangely refreshing
Juicy grilled nectarine
Dark chocolate
FINISH:
Roasted vegetables with salt & pepper
Luxurious peat
Slight medicinal hint
Thanks to Jason Wu (AKA Dreaming of Islay) for the generous sample!
Dry glass: dark chocolate ganache & salted caramel.
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I wasn’t impressed with the regular Dark Cove, but this one sounds amazing. Great review, Davie!