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Single Malt Scotch Whisky Islay 'Traigh Bhan Batch 5' 19 Years (700 ml. boxed) Ardbeg
The Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky ‘Traigh Bhan Batch 5’ 19 Years by Ardbeg is a rare small-batch bottling, regarded as one of the distillery’s most exotic, bold, and smoky expressions. Named after the Traigh Bhan beach, also called The Singing Sands for the sound of its white powdery sand, it matures in ex-bourbon and oloroso sherry casks. The bouquet reveals green chili, guava, maple bacon, smoked mango, with hints of anise, burnt heather, and spicy chives. The palate delivers deep smokiness with molten caramel and smoked butter, leading to a long, vibrant, satisfying finish. Best neat, pairs with dark chocolate and blue cheeses.
- Product Category
- Whisky
- Denomination
- Single Malt Whisky
- Type
- Scotch Whisky - Single Malt
- Type of Production
- Distilled
- Other Features
- Cold Filtered, Torbato
- Grape variety / Raw material
- Malt
- Aging
- 19 years old
- Format
- 700 ml.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Region
- Islay
- Alcohol Content
- 46.2% vol.
- Service Temperature
- 16° – 18° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Very wide tulip glass
- Special Features
- Limited Edition
- Packaging
- Original Case
- Gastronomic Pairings
- After Dinner - Meditation
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, thanks to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
- Overall Rating
- 88/100
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Ardbeg
On the picturesque Isle of Islay, where the sea meets the land in a perpetually wind-torn embrace, stands the legendary Ardbeg distillery. Known worldwide for producing peated whisky of rare intensity, Ardbeg is a true icon for Scotch Whisky enthusiasts, a brand that encapsulates the essence of a unique territory and its centuries-old traditions.
Founded on this mystical island, Ardbeg is distinguished by its deep connection with the surrounding nature. The distillery overlooks a wild coast, where the scent of the sea blends with that of peat, an essential element that gives its whiskies their characteristic smoky and marine flavor. Here, malted barley, kissed by salt and ocean breeze, is expertly processed to create spirits with a bold and unmistakable character.
The mastery of Ardbeg is manifested in iconic labels like Uigeadail and Ten. Uigeadail, named after the lake that provides the pure water used in distillation, presents a bouquet of smoke and spices, wrapped in a soft embrace of dried fruits and chocolate. The Ten, on the other hand, is a tribute to the purity of peat, a whisky that embodies the quintessence of Islay with its intense aromas and complex structure.
Ardbeg represents a sensory journey, an invitation to explore depths of flavors that tell stories of tradition and innovation, of sea and land. Let yourself be carried away by the charm of Islay and discover on Vino45 the best labels signed by Ardbeg: an unforgettable experience for every lover of peated whisky.
Address:
Port Ellen, Islay PA42 7EA, Scotland
Color: intense straw yellow
Aroma: intensely peaty, notes of green chili peppers and guava, maple bacon, smoked mango, anise, burnt heather, and spicy chives
Taste: smokiness, flavor of dark caramel and warm, smoky butter.
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THE WHISKY
The Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky ‘Traigh Bhan Batch 5’ 19 Years by Ardbeg is a rare small-batch bottling, regarded as one of the distillery’s most exotic, bold, and smoky expressions. Named after the Traigh Bhan beach, also called The Singing Sands for the sound of its white powdery sand, it matures in ex-bourbon and oloroso sherry casks. The bouquet reveals green chili, guava, maple bacon, smoked mango, with hints of anise, burnt heather, and spicy chives. The palate delivers deep smokiness with molten caramel and smoked butter, leading to a long, vibrant, satisfying finish. Best neat, pairs with dark chocolate and blue cheeses.
THE DISTILLERY
Officially active since the mid-19th century, specifically from 1815, the distillery Ardbeg, located in the heart of Islay, was founded by John McDougall and has undergone a history filled with numerous ups and downs, similar to many other distilleries, marked by changes of ownership, sudden and lasting closures, and especially characterized by numerous adversities. As early as 1835, there was the first change of ownership, with the distillery being purchased by Glasgow merchant Thomas Buchanan, although John McDougal and his son continued to manage the company, which by the late 1870s, specifically in 1877, was thriving enough to employ almost a third of the island's inhabitants. However, in 1981, the trend was the opposite, and due to the widespread economic crisis, the company could not keep its doors open and was forced to cease all operations. Reacquired in 1987 by Hiram Walker, it would be only two years later, in 1989, that the distillery returned to production, albeit on a much smaller scale, before facing another period of closure from 1991 to 1997. Today, the distillery is owned by the LVMH Group, which has managed to restore much hope and confidence to the lovers of this product. The labels currently on the market are all marked by the same desire for tradition that has driven the distillery to bottle without any cold filtration. Historic stills are still used for distillation, and the choice of water is meticulously cared for. Currently considered one of the most modern and technologically advanced distilleries, today Ardbeg can be confidently defined as a cult brand, made for those who want to rediscover the classic peaty flavor in an Islay single malt whisky.