Ardbeg 10 Year Old is a benchmark for Islay single malts, embodying over two centuries of tradition and innovation at the historic Ardbeg Distillery. Founded in 1815 on Islay’s southern coast, the distillery has earned a reputation for crafting some of the world’s most complex and intensely smoky whiskies. Over the years, Ardbeg has weathered challenges, including closures and near extinction, to emerge as a revered icon of Islay whisky, known for its uncompromising quality and passionate following.
The distillery’s unique location, surrounded by Islay’s rugged shores and wild seas, shapes every aspect of Ardbeg’s character. Its use of malted barley dried over peat fires and maturation in carefully selected ex-bourbon casks contribute to the distinctive smoky intensity and balanced complexity of its whiskies. Ardbeg 10 Year Old was reintroduced in 2000, heralding a renaissance for the brand and quickly earning accolades as one of the finest Islay malts.
