Ardbeg Uigeadail (pronounced "Oog-a-dal") is a special vatting that marries Ardbeg’s traditional deep, smoky notes with luscious, raisiny tones of old ex-Sherry casks. Named after the distillery's water source, Loch Uigeadail, it's a favorite among whisky enthusiasts and has received numerous accolades for its quality.
Distillery: Ardbeg, owned by Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy.
Region: Islay, Scotland.
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky.
ABV (Alcohol By Volume): Usually 54.2%.
Color: Deep gold.
Nose (Aroma): Aroma offers a mix of sweet and fruity notes (raisins, dates) with a rich peaty smokiness and hints of treacle and chocolate.
Taste (Palate): Full and rich in the mouth, with flavors of chewy caramel, roasted coffee, ripe fruits, and a hefty serving of peat smoke.
Finish: The finish is long, sweet, and smoky, with a warming spice.
Ardbeg Uigeadail is non-chill filtered and is bottled at cask strength, meaning it's a potent and flavorful representation of the whisky as it comes from the cask, offering a more intense experience.
Given its intense flavors and high strength, Ardbeg Uigeadail is often recommended to experienced whisky drinkers who enjoy exploring the more powerful and complex expressions of Scotch whisky.