Rating 93
Style
Whiskey
Classification Single Malt
Produced In Scotland
ABV 47.4%
Availability Year Round
Price $51.00 
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Review Updated 2022-08-26

Ardbeg An Oa Islay Single Malt Review

This single malt combines whiskies aged in Pedro Ximenez casks, ex-bourbon barrels, and virgin charred oak. It kicks of with an intensely smoky introduction of barbecue and campfire aromas, but the smoke clears on the palate, revealing juicy bramble fruit and notes of sweet cherry. The finish is peppery and savory, and seems to go on forever. 

Ardbeg An Oa Islay Single Malt Pros And Cons

Pros
  • Popular among aficionados
  • Well priced
  • Lots of character beyond peat
Cons
  • No age statement
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POINTS
Ardbeg An Oa Islay Single Malt
This single malt combines whiskies aged in Pedro Ximenez casks, ex-bourbon barrels, and virgin charred oak. It kicks of with an intensely smoky introduction of barbecue and campfire aromas, but the smoke clears on the palate, revealing juicy bramble fruit and notes of sweet cherry. The finish is peppery and savory, and seems to go on forever. 

Reviewed On: 08-23-2022
93
POINTS
Ardbeg An Oa Islay Single Malt
This single malt combines whiskies aged in Pedro Ximenez casks, ex-bourbon barrels, and virgin charred oak. It kicks of with an intensely smoky introduction of barbecue and campfire aromas, but the smoke clears on the palate, revealing juicy bramble fruit and notes of sweet cherry. The finish is peppery and savory, and seems to go on forever. 

Reviewed On: 08-23-2022