Recently opened a fresh bottle of Ardbeg Uigeadail. I was overwhelmed by the burned rubber/tar aromas in both nose and palette. Adding water opened up some fruity scents, but still ash/peat was dominating and the finish remained bitter. That’s a bummer as I really liked Caol Ila 12 yo and was hoping Ardbeg will deliver more of that. Going to give it a week and try it again.
stelfox
@Pawlus
Recently opened a fresh bottle of Ardbeg Uigeadail. I was overwhelmed by the burned rubber/tar aromas in both nose and palette. Adding water opened up some fruity scents, but still ash/peat was dominating and the finish remained bitter. That’s a bummer as I really liked Caol Ila 12 yo and was hoping Ardbeg will deliver more of that. Going to give it a week and try it again.