The Ardbeg AN OA Islay Single Malt is an expressive Islay single malt Scotch whisky, at 46.6 per cent ABV, in a 0.7-litre bottle, presented in a high-quality gift box. Named after the remote An Oa peninsula on Islay, this bottling offers a softer yet more multifaceted interpretation of the classic Ardbeg style. It is matured in lightly charred new oak casks, Pedro Ximénez sherry casks and ex-bourbon casks. The various cask components are then blended in the specially developed ‘Gathering Vat’, resulting in a particularly harmonious overall profile. The whisky is bottled without chill filtration, thus preserving its natural character. At the 2019 International Whisky Competition, the Ardbeg AN OA won three gold medals – for Best Single Malt NAS, Best Islay Single Malt and Best Peated Whisky.


Compared to the Ardbeg Ten, the AN OA is slightly fruitier and spicier, without sacrificing the characteristic Islay peat smoke. The different cask types lend the whisky additional depth and ensure a balanced blend of smoke, sweetness and spice. This makes this bottling ideal for both long-standing Ardbeg enthusiasts and connoisseurs seeking a harmonious and multi-layered peated single malt.

Awards:

- 95.5 points from Jim Murray