Raw materials
barley malt
peat
water (Loch Uigeadail)
Distillery
Ardbeg
Explore the spirits, production style and story of Ardbeg.
Ardbeg is a historic distillery on Islay (Scotland) renowned for its heavily peated single malts. The range includes iconic expressions such as 10 Years, Uigeadail, Corryvreckan, An Oa, Wee Beastie and the 25 Years.
single malt Scotch whisky
peated whisky
Islay whisky
aged whisky
Producer range
Producer range Ardbeg
Spirit categories
single malt Scotch whisky
peated whisky
Islay whisky
aged whisky
Representative products
Ardbeg 10 Years Old
Ardbeg Uigeadail
Ardbeg Corryvreckan
Ardbeg An Oa
Ardbeg Wee Beastie 5 Years Old
Ardbeg 25 Years Old
Casks and ageing vessels
ex-Bourbon
Sherry butt
French oak (used for some expressions such as Corryvreckan)
Distillation and production
Distillation and production
Production method
Ardbeg uses heavily peated malt (around 50 ppm), local spring water (Loch Uigeadail) and milling with the historic Boby mill. Fermentation takes place in wooden washbacks made from Oregon wood; distillation is double in pot stills with a 'purifier' on the spirit still that increases reflux and contributes to the balance of the phenolic character. Maturation is carried out mainly in ex-Bourbon barrels, with selected use of Sherry butts and French oak for some expressions; first- and second-fill casks are preferred.
Distillation
Double distillation in pot stills with a purifier on the spirit still (an apparatus that increases reflux and helps balance the phenolic profile).
Ageing
Maturation in oak casks (mainly ex-Bourbon), use of Sherry butts and selected French oak for some expressions; employment of first- and second-fill casks.
Producer history Ardbeg
Ardbeg is located on the south coast of the island of Islay and is documented as an officially founded distillery in 1815. Throughout its history it has experienced periods of closure and revival: production stopped in 1981 and the distillery was rescued, relaunched and brought back to full activity in the late 1990s under the ownership of The Glenmorangie Company (today part of the LVMH group). The Ardbeg name and brand have been registered since the early 20th century and the distillery has become a benchmark for Islay’s peated single malts.
Production philosophy
Ardbeg celebrates the 'untamed' Islay style: a very peated spirit balanced by choice of raw materials, production process and careful maturation. The house emphasizes island identity (local waters, maritime influence), a strong taste personality and its relationship with the community of enthusiasts (e.g. "The Committee"), alongside creative brand and communication initiatives.
Territory
Islay Island, Argyll and Bute, Scotland (United Kingdom)
Ardbeg
This producer is a useful reference point for enthusiasts looking for authentic spirits, distinctive production identity and a carefully selected online catalogue.
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Products from
Products from Ardbeg
Whisky Ardbeg 10 Years Old 70cl
$103.54
$91.87
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Whisky Corryvreckan 70cl - Boxed - Ardbeg
$173.10
$159.68
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Whisky Uigeadail 70cl - Boxed - Ardbeg
$137.84
$126.37
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Whisky Wee Beastie 5 Years Old 70cl - Ardbeg
$98.71
$79.09
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Whisky Ardbeg 25
$1,446.73
$1,268.13
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Whisky An Oa 70cl - Boxed - Ardbeg
$128.41
$102.16
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