Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old Batch 4 Single Malt Whisky

Introduducing the latest 2022 release of the super-popular Ardbeg 19 Year Old Traigh Bhan.

Matured for 19 years in a higher proportion of Oloroso Sherry casks is the epitome of an aged Ardbeg. Part of a highly sought-after and collectable Ardbeg series, Batch 4 is the latest expression. This sublime Traigh Bhan, like the bottles before it, inspired by Islay’s Traigh Bhan beach.

Balancing the lull and crescendo of its intense flavours. Bottled under a full moon, the tides have turned for this rare spirit as more mentholic, herbal notes rush the senses, with intense smoke left behind in its peaty wake.

Brand: Ardbeg

Region: Islay

Size: 70cl

ABV: 46.2%

Age: 19 Year Old

Bottling: Distillery Bottling

Limited Edition: Yes

Nose: Rising aromas of herbal pine and fennel flow into sharp notes of citrusy lime sorbet and medicinal lozenge, while eucalyptus and saddle soap follow on the breeze. A splash of water releases a cascade of hazelnut, sweet vanilla, and currants, before rich minted chocolate brings the nose to a close.
Palate: An intense wave of wood smoke, leaving ripples of decadent dark chocolate and ground coffee in its wake. Sweeter notes of lemon curd and peanut brittle cut through the swell to reveal hints of creamy raisin fudge and hazelnut. Suggestions of more medicinal, spicy notes. Menthol, fresh lemongrass, aniseed, clove and white pepper emerge from rich, smoky depths.
Finish: Sweet and peat collide with creamy vanilla fudge, dark cocoa powder, and a warm, woody clove tingle. A sharp, intense, and satisfyingly long finish.