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Ardbeg Dark Cove Not For Resale

Ardbeg Dark Cove Not For Resale
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Lot number: 110-01112

Winning bid: £900

Given 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 coast line, 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.

Harking back to Islay's dark illicit past, with tales of smugglers plying their trade under the cover of darkness, this Ardbeg claims to be the darkest ever bottled. This release, while bottled at a lower ABV than the Committee Release, has garnered better reviews, including one from Dramming.com's Oliver Klimek.

Cask Type: Bourbon & Dark Sherry

46.5% ABV / 70cl

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