Ardbeg Blaaack is a rare and highly collectible 20th Anniversary Limited Edition Islay single malt whisky created to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Ardbeg Committee, the distillery’s global fan club. It showcases Ardbeg’s iconic peated style with an adventurous twist: extended maturation and finishing in rare New Zealand Pinot Noir wine casks, marking the first time this cask type has been used in Ardbeg’s production. This unique finishing imparts rich dark fruit and wine‑infused character alongside classic Islay peat smoke.
Bottled at 46% ABV and non‑chill filtered, Blaaack arrives in Ardbeg’s striking matte black bottle, a first for the distillery, making it an eye‑catching addition to any whisky collection. This expression balances smoky intensity with layered fruit, oak, and subtle complexity — perfect for fans of peated single malts who want something truly distinctive.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Deep ruby‑gold with warm amber tones
Nose: Smoked berries, leather, toasted oak, blackcurrant, and grilled stone fruit with an intriguing wine influence
Palate: Intense peat smoke with dark cherries, pepper, charred wood, and velvety tannins from the Pinot Noir cask finish
Finish: Long, smoky, slightly sweet finish with lingering wine‑soaked richness and subtle peat notes