Ardbeg Wee Beastie 5 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whiskey

A bold and intense whisky, Ardbeg Wee Beastie 5 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whiskey delivers a punch of smoky peat, spice, and citrus. Despite its youthful age, it offers a surprisingly complex flavor profile, perfect for those who appreciate a robust and peaty Islay whisky.

92/100

Silver - Non Vintage - Awarded: 2024 - International Wine & Spirit Competition
Platinum - Non Vintage - Awarded: 2024 - TAG Global Spirits Awards
Best In Show - Non Vintage - Awarded: 2024 - TAG Global Spirits Awards
Gold - Non Vintage - Awarded: 2024 - New York World Wine & Spirits Competition
Bronze - Non Vintage - Awarded: 2023 - World Whiskies Awards
Silver - Tasting Awards - Non Vintage - Awarded: 2023 - International Spirits Challenge
Spirit Silver - Non Vintage - Awarded: 2023 - International Wine & Spirit Competition
Silver - 2023 New York Spirits Competition - Non Vintage - Awarded: 2023 - New York World Wine & Spirits Competition
Silver - Non Vintage - Awarded: 2023 - San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Gold - Non Vintage - Awarded: 2023 - New York International Spirits Competition

Flavor Profile: Young, fierce, and heavily peated with intense smoke, black pepper, dark chocolate, and zesty citrus.

Pairs Well With:
Food: Spicy barbecue, chargrilled steak, or smoked gouda.
Occasions: Ideal for peat lovers looking for a bold, youthful Islay whisky or for smoky cocktail experimentation.

Established in 1815 on the Isle of Islay, Scotland, Ardbeg Distillery is renowned for producing some of the peatiest single malt whiskies available. Its remote coastal location contributes to the distinctive smoky and complex flavors of its expressions. After facing challenges in the late 20th century, Ardbeg was revitalized in 1997 under new ownership and has since garnered a dedicated following among whisky enthusiasts worldwide. The distillery combines traditional methods with innovative practices to craft whiskies celebrated for their depth and character.