Ardbeg 25 Year Old - 2022

The 2022 release of Ardbeg 25 Year Old marks a rare return of the oldest expression in the distillery’s core range. Distilled in the 1990s and matured exclusively in ex-bourbon casks, this long-aged Islay single malt showcases Ardbeg’s character in its purest form. Bottled in 2021 and released in limited batches, it remains an exceptionally scarce and highly sought-after whisky.

Smoky yet layered with sweetness, the aroma reveals notes of cream, peppermint, toffee, fennel, pine resin, bonfire smoke and ripe banana. The palate follows with white pepper, sherbet lemon, candied apple, orange and pear, alongside tar, aniseed, creamy toffee and rich, medicinal smoke. A powerful yet composed expression, Ardbeg 25 Year Old offers a remarkable glimpse into the distillery’s spirit after a quarter of a century in oak.