The latest release of Ardbeg Traigh Bhan is now onsale from Ardbeg Embassies and other whisky specialists in your country*. This sublime fifth batch, like the batches before it, is inspired by Islay’s Traigh Bhan beach. Matured in classic Ardbeg ex-bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks, this whisky ventures into sweeter, more tropical waters.

A SWEET, SMOKY SURGE

Perfumed aromas of luscious fruit from faraway climes flow on the breeze, while curious notes of herbal incense and smoke follow closely behind. Menthol lozenge and saddle soap indolently lap over charred green pepper, before smoked mango, guava and coconut mingle in an effervescing top note. .

A creamy mouthfeel leads the way into a lingering symphony of herbal, spicy flavours. Smoked maple cured bacon, charcoal, white pepper and clove surge amid gentle overtones of the outdoors in wood smoke and sea spray. A satisfyingly long finish welcomes more aromatic notes, with fragrant heather, warm toffee and smoked butter on the horizon.

AN EVER-CHANGING DRAM

Released every year, each one of these exclusive, annual bottlings features a unique batch code. With slight changes in recipe each year, we hope you’ll enjoy exploring the finer details of this transformational whisky every time it comes around.