Ardbeg 10 Year Old Black Mystery 2nd Edition
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Lot number: 110-02469
Winning bid: £120
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 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.
Due to its huge upsurge in popularity, Ardbeg has added Ardbeg An Oa to its core malt range of the original three expressions: the 10-year-old; Uigeadail; and Corryvreckan.
The "Black Mystery" was a special release for France in late 2008. The offering consisted of a standard "Old" Ten bottle with a special Piano Black wooden display box. 3000 of these were made, and half of them were allotted to La Maison du Whisky
46% ABV / 70cl
Bottle number: One of only 3000 bottles released
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