Ardbeg Committee Exclusive 17 Year Old feels like unlocking a secret chapter of the distillery’s soul, reserved only for the loyal few who understand the power of aged Ardbeg. Seventeen years on Islay’s wild coast shapes a whisky that’s both ferocious and refined, where peat softens into honeyed embers and the ocean leaves its quiet mark. Opening this bottle feels like standing on the cliffs above Ardbeg as the Atlantic wind carries smoke, sea spray, and history all at once.

Ardbeg Committee Exclusive 17 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 75cl
Brand: Ardbeg | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 46% (typical for Committee expressions unless otherwise stated) | Origin: Islay, Scotland | Volume: 75cl

Tasting Profile
Nose: Deep, mature smoke with notes of smoldering peat, coastal brine, citrus oil, vanilla, leather, toasted nuts, and seasoned oak rising through the glass.
Palate: Rich, smoky, and elegantly textured. Flavors of charcoal smoke, salted caramel, citrus zest, warm malt, herbal earthiness, and dark honey develop with silky, well-aged depth. Subtle maritime tones weave throughout.
Finish: Long, resonant, and beautifully smoky. Lingering ash, sea salt, old oak, and a soft sweetness fade slowly with quiet Islay power.

Production Details
Committee Releases represent Ardbeg’s most exclusive creations, bottled in limited quantities for the global community of Ardbeg loyalists. This 17-year expression matured in carefully selected casks exposed to the island’s fierce weather, allowing sea air, humidity, and time to sculpt a refined, mature form of Ardbeg’s famously intense spirit. Non-chill filtered to preserve natural oils and full texture.

Perfect For
Serious collectors, seasoned Islay drinkers, and anyone who wants to taste Ardbeg’s peat after more than a decade of slow refinement. Ideal for late-night pours, celebratory moments, and whisky conversations that call for something rare.

Expert Notes
Whisky critics admire this 17-year Committee bottling for its balance of deep smoke and elegant maturity. The age softens the rawness of young Ardbeg while adding layers of citrus, oak, and maritime complexity, showcasing why aged Ardbeg is one of the whisky world’s most coveted experiences.

Customer Reviews
"Massive yet refined. Smoke, sea, and maturity in perfect harmony."
"A beautiful evolution of Ardbeg. The 17 years bring incredible depth."
"Powerful, elegant, and undeniably Ardbeg. A dream pour."

Interesting Fact
Ardbeg’s Committee was formed in 2000 to preserve the distillery’s legacy during its revival. Many of its exclusive bottlings, like this 17-year-old, have become cult favorites prized by collectors worldwide.

Serving Suggestions
Enjoy neat to feel the full maturity of the smoke. A splash of water opens citrus, honey, and herbal notes. Best savored slowly in a Glencairn, allowing the peat and aged oak to expand over time.

Distillery Background
Founded in 1815 on Islay’s rugged southern coast, Ardbeg is renowned for producing some of the world’s most complex peated whiskies. With a legacy shaped by resilience, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to flavor, the distillery has become a global icon. Committee exclusives like this 17-year-old offer a rare glimpse into Ardbeg’s deeper reserves, expressions shaped not just by peat and cask, but by time, sea, and tradition.