Ardbeg
Traigh Bhan - Batch 7
- 50.3
- 70cl
- Taste: 4
- Islay
The current Ardbeg distillery on Islay dates back to 1815, but there have been records of legal distilleries on the same site since 1794. Ardbeg was closed in the 1980’s when it belonged to Allied Domecq, who also owned Laphroaig. In 1990 they started to run the distillery for a few months each year to get filling for the blend Ballantines. In 1997 the distillery was sold to the Glenmorangie...
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The current Ardbeg distillery on Islay dates back to 1815, but there have been records of legal distilleries on the same site since 1794. Ardbeg was closed in the 1980’s when it belonged to Allied Domecq, who also owned Laphroaig. In 1990 they started to run the distillery for a few months each year to get filling for the blend Ballantines. In 1997 the distillery was sold to the Glenmorangie Company who, after renovation, fully reopened it the following year. Moet Hennessy brought the whole company in 2004, and built a new still house in 2019, which is now running to capacity of 2.1 million litres of alcohol per year.
Traigh Bhan Batch 7 marks the final release of Ardbeg's acclaimed 19 year old expression. Named after Islay’s Traigh Bhan, or 'Singing Sands', the whisky reflects the beauty and contrasts of its namesake beach.
Matured for 19 years, it delivers refined yet powerful smokey character with remarkable balance and depth. Bottled non chill-filtered, preserving the full flavour and body. As the last batch in the series, it represents a rare and distinctive example of Ardbeg’s mature style.
Official Tasting Notes
Aroma - The aroma is powerful and intense with a rich smoky aroma of coal dust and tar. Softened by fresher, invigorating peppermint and eucalyptus which brings sweetness and a cooling mint. A zesty lemony aroma dominates with a tangy and refreshing sweetness.
Taste - The mouthfeel is bursting with citrus fruits like lemon rind and bergamot and waves of medicinal smoke follow. The Oloroso casks bring out warming spices like ginger and cumin. Followed with drying cocoa powder sensation and espresso coffee.
Finish - The finish is long and lasting. Salted toffee, charred wood, tar and burning sweet heather and warming spices.
Traigh Bhan Batch 7 marks the final release of Ardbeg's acclaimed 19 year old expression. Named after Islay’s Traigh Bhan, or 'Singing Sands', the whisky reflects the beauty and contrasts of its namesake beach.
Matured for 19 years, it delivers refined yet powerful smokey character with remarkable balance and depth. Bottled non chill-filtered, preserving the full flavour and body. As the last batch in the series, it represents a rare and distinctive example of Ardbeg’s mature style.
Official Tasting Notes
Aroma - The aroma is powerful and intense with a rich smoky aroma of coal dust and tar. Softened by fresher, invigorating peppermint and eucalyptus which brings sweetness and a cooling mint. A zesty lemony aroma dominates with a tangy and refreshing sweetness.
Taste - The mouthfeel is bursting with citrus fruits like lemon rind and bergamot and waves of medicinal smoke follow. The Oloroso casks bring out warming spices like ginger and cumin. Followed with drying cocoa powder sensation and espresso coffee.
Finish - The finish is long and lasting. Salted toffee, charred wood, tar and burning sweet heather and warming spices.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig