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Ardbeg 10 Year Cask Strength (2003 Japanese Edition)
Ardbeg

Ardbeg 10 Year Cask Strength (2003 Japanese Edition)

3.98 Decent

23 reviews23 ratings

Above average for whiskey

Whiskey Scotch Islay 10 Year 58.5% ABV

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About this bottle

This particular expression, a limited release for the Japanese market in 2003, features the distillery's signature 10-year-old peated single malt. It is bottled at an elevated proof, which varies by batch but is typically around 58% ABV.

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Julia Cooley 3.5

I was eagerly anticipating the Ardbeg special tasting. Unfortunately, they selected my two least favorite Ardbegs along with a special edition and only offered cask strength versions. To reveal a spoiler, the third was this year's pinot noir. I wasn't sure if it had been released before, but it had in Japan back in 2003. I saw one retailer asking $1000 USD for it... unbelievable! Sadly, it was largely wasted on me, and I left early. I did try this after the Glendronach 25 Master Vintage and 24 Grandeur, so perhaps it would have been better experienced before them. Regardless... disappointed.

Brendon Roy 4.3

Smoked oak, nutty, and lime notes are present, delivering a strong impact on the palate, yet remarkably sweet on the nose.

Marina Lindley 4.5

Excellent! A little smoky, yet still smooth.

Josh Houghton 5.0

Campfire smoke. Unbelievably silky

Becky Jameson 4.0

Very smoky, a satisfying drink to finish with.

Kacey Diaz 3.8

Sweet and grain-forward.

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