Ardbeg 5 Year Old Wee Beastie

Ardbeg's core young and rugged expression, created to be one of the most intensely peaty whiskies in the standard range by capturing the spirit before extended cask ageing tempers its smoke.

Fresh and herbal on the nose with vanilla, pear, black pepper and Turkish coffee; the palate bursts with chocolate malt, peat, creosote and grilled smoke, finishing with white pepper, tar and a long, salty, mouth-coating smokiness.

• Distillery: Ardbeg
• Country: Scotland
• Region: Islay
• Age statement: 5 Years
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Alcohol: 47.4% ABV
• Style: Single malt Scotch whisky
• Serving suggestion: Neat or with a splash of water to open the aromatics
• Storage: Store upright in a cool, dark place away from direct light and heat (unlike wine, spirits should not be stored on their side)
• Availability: Core range