Ardbeg Ardcore Estuchado

Ardbeg Ardcore is a Scotch Single Malt whisky from the legendary Islay distillery, released as a coveted limited edition to celebrate Ardbeg Day 2022. Known worldwide for its "punk rock" attitude and rebellious spirit, this whisky breaks all traditional distillation rules by using roasted black malt in its production. This is an extreme and meticulous process that pushes the barley to its absolute limit, just before turning into charcoal, requiring constant vigilance from the master distillers.

This innovative and risky approach gives the spirit an intensely smoky, dark, deep and bold flavor profile, never before seen in the distillery’s range. Ardbeg Ardcore is an absolutely essential collector’s piece for devoted lovers of peated whiskies and collectors of rare editions. Its careful maturation in a selection of first- and second-fill ex-bourbon casks provides a wonderfully oily texture and underlying sweet nuances that perfectly balance its inherent ferocity.

It is the ideal choice for those seeking an extreme, memorable and unconventional tasting experience within the competitive and fascinating world of liquid luxury.

Tasting note of Ardbeg Ardcore

Color: Pale gold. Nose: Charcoal smoke, anise, dark chocolate and herbal notes.

Palate: Spicy and fiery, with cocoa powder, toffee, smoked lime and soot.

Finish: Long, sweet and persistent with hints of molasses and smoke.

Value Points

Made with extremely roasted black malt.

Limited edition for Ardbeg Day 2022 with a 'Punk Rock' theme.

Intense notes of cocoa, anise and charcoal smoke.

Bottled without chill filtration to preserve its oily texture.

Serving protocol

Serve neat in a Glencairn glass at room temperature. Add a few drops of mineral water to release hidden caramel aromas and marine notes without losing its smoky intensity.