Ardbeg 1976 Single Cask #2398 Feis Ile 2004
Lot number: 125-02466
Winning bid: £3,200
Given the success and cult-like fan base that Ardbeg has recently enjoyed, it is almost impossible to imagine that the distillery was closed on and off for 15 years until it was purchased by Glenmorangie. Sitting on the southern coastline of Islay, the current distillery was founded in 1815; the original having been destroyed by excise men. The Ardbeg spirit still is fitted with a purifier which many believe accounts for its fruity, zesty character. Due to its huge upsurge in popularity, Ardbeg has added Ardbeg An Oa to its core malt range of the original three expressions: the 10-year-old; Uigeadail; and Corryvreckan.
Distilled: 24.11.1976
Bottled: 05.05.2004
Cask Type: Sherry Butt
Cask Number: 2398
51.4% ABV / 70cl
Bottle Number: 284 / 504
Please note minor markings to box.
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