Ardbeg - Renaissance - 1998 Arran Icons but still spicy

but still spicy

Qty Produced: 3000  (individually numbered)

sparking a trend that has undoubtedly benefited the Scottish tourist industry greatly

The distillery was officially founded in 1816 (although illicit production on the site most certainly predates that)

make for fascinating comparison

Ardbeg - Renaissance - 1998 Arran Icons but still spicyGiven 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.