Released for Ardbeg Day 2020, Ardbeg Blaaack is a tribute to the black sheep of Islay, those who go against the grain, challenge convention, and embrace their own flavour path. Aged in rare New Zealand Pinot Noir casks, this limited edition expression takes Ardbeg’s signature peat and twists it into something darker, fruitier, and wilder. The result? A smoky dram with unexpected elegance. It’s not just rare, it’s rebellious.

Ardbeg Blaaack Limited Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70cl
Brand: Ardbeg | Category: Islay Single Malt | ABV: 46% | Origin: Islay, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Classic Ardbeg smoke meets sour cherry, plum compote, dark chocolate, and hints of leather and lavender.
Palate: Velvety and complex. Red berries, smoked oak, and hints of clove and black tea swirl through the powerful peat core.
Finish: Long, warming, and slightly tannic, leaves behind ash, juicy fruit, and a pinch of spice.

Production Details:
Distilled at Ardbeg and aged in a hand selected mix of Pinot Noir wine casks from New Zealand, this limited release marries the island’s maritime smoke with the rich, earthy notes of dark fruit and oak. Bottled non chill filtered at 46%, it’s a bold departure with unmistakable Ardbeg DNA.

Perfect For:
Collectors, Ardbeg loyalists, and peat lovers looking for something new. Ideal for special occasions or the kind of nights when only something weird and wonderful will do.

Expert Notes:
Blaaack has been praised for layering sweet, sour, and smoky in a way few peated whiskies manage. It’s experimental but deeply drinkable, a true cult classic.

Customer Reviews:
🗨 “Fruity, funky, and unmistakably Ardbeg. Worth every drop.”
🗨 “Pinot Noir casks? Didn’t expect to love this but I do.”
🗨 “Every Ardbeg Day bottle is special, but this one’s on another level.”

Interesting Fact:
The name “Blaaack” is a nod to the black sheep motif and the wine casks from New Zealand, home to more sheep than people. The label even features Ardbeg’s mascot sheep with gothic flair.

Serving Suggestions:
Sip neat to explore the unique fruit-smoke interplay. Add a few drops of water to open the wine tannins and reveal more red fruit. Not for beginners, this one’s made to challenge and reward.

Distillery Background:
Ardbeg has been producing heavily peated whisky on Islay since 1815, gaining cult status for its raw, bold, and often experimental releases. Blaaack continues that legacy, not just peaty, but provocative.