Ardbeg An Oa Single Malt Scotch Whisky 750ml

Where Smoke Meets Sweetness on the Isle of Islay

Ardbeg is one of Islay's most storied distilleries, and An Oa — named after the Mull of Oa, the dramatic headland at the southern tip of the island — is their most approachable expression. Matured in a combination of ex-bourbon, ex-Pedro Ximénez sherry, and virgin charred oak casks before being married together in Ardbeg's unique Gathering Vat, An Oa delivers the distillery's signature peat smoke wrapped in a surprising sweetness that makes it endlessly drinkable.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Sweet and smoky from the first sniff — toffee, dark chocolate, and espresso mingle with Ardbeg's unmistakable coastal peat and a hint of anise.
• Palate: Rich and rounded, with waves of crème brûlée, dried fruit, and warming spice cutting through the bold, peaty smoke. The Gathering Vat integration is evident in its unusual harmony.
• Finish: Long and lingering, with smoldering embers, a touch of sea salt, and a sweet vanilla fade that softens the smoke beautifully.

Specs

• Distillery: Ardbeg Distillery, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Scotland
• Region: Islay
• Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• ABV: 46.6% / Proof: 93.2
• Size: 750ml

An Oa is the perfect gateway into Ardbeg's world — bold enough for the peat devotee, sweet enough to convert the skeptic.