Ardbeg Dolce is a rare and indulgent expression from the legendary Ardbeg Distillery on the Isle of Islay. Matured in ex-bourbon casks and finished in sweet wine casks, Dolce reveals an unexpected, honeyed softness beneath Ardbeg's signature peat smoke — a stunning contrast that makes this one of the most intriguing drams the distillery has ever released.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Rich toffee, vanilla cream, and smoked caramel with wafts of dried fruit and a gentle coastal breeze.
Palate: Luscious waves of dark chocolate, honeycomb, and espresso layered over Ardbeg's iconic peaty backbone. Notes of raisin, fig, and toasted oak emerge mid-palate.
Finish: Long, warming, and sweetly smoky — dark fruit lingers alongside charred wood and a whisper of sea salt.
Specs
Distillery: Ardbeg Distillery, Isle of Islay, Scotland
ABV: 47.8% / Proof: 95.6
Size: 750ml
Age: NAS (Non-Age Statement)
Cask: Ex-Bourbon / Sweet Wine Finish
Region: Islay, Scotland
A bold, beautiful contradiction — Ardbeg Dolce is peat and sweetness in perfect harmony.
