Ardbeg Vintage Y2K 70cl 46°
Reference: 26000
Distilled in 2000, Ardbeg Y2K blends peat, sherry, and bourbon in a bold yet balanced expression. A historical revival in a bottle.
Ardbeg Vintage Y2K is more than a whisky—it marks a pivotal chapter in the distillery’s history, capturing the rebirth of Ardbeg after its quiet years in the 1990s. Distilled in the year 2000, just after the official revival, it’s a time capsule in liquid form.
Matured in selected bourbon and sherry casks, this single malt balances Ardbeg’s bold peatiness with spice, fruit, and cask-driven sweetness. Bottled at 46% and non-chill filtered, it offers a rich and textured experience while preserving Ardbeg’s unmistakable power.
A rare and historical release, ideal for peat lovers seeking a taste of legacy.
- Brand
- Reference26000
- EAN132445317277581
- TypeSingle malt
- PeatHeavily Peated
- ABV46°
- DistilleryArdbeg
- CountryScotland
- RegionIslay
- Vintage2000
- Age23 years
- StillPot Still
- MaturationBourbon & Sherry
- Limited Edition0.7 L
Nose: Smoke from a wood fire, tar, candied citrus, aged leather, and a hint of raisins.
Palate: Dense peat balanced by the sweetness of sherry, with notes of dark chocolate, spices, mocha, and roasted pineapple.
Finish: Long and smoky, with lingering notes of burnt wood, pepper, and a hint of salty sea air.