(Pronounced Ahn-Oh) "We had this metaphorical vision of an iron fist in a velvet glove, something that had the intensity and the hallmark power of Ardbeg, but that was a bit softer to drink and a bit more accessible.” - Dr. Bill Lumsden, Ardbeg’s Director of Distilling.

Ardbeg An Oa was created in in Ardbeg's newly established bespoke oak Gathering Vat where whiskies from several cask types - including; sweet Pedro Ximenez; spicy virgin charred oak; and intense ex-bourbon casks, amongst others - familiarise themselves with each other. The result is a dram with smoky power, mellowed by a delectable, smooth sweetness. Hallmark Ardbeg peat, dark chocolate and aniseed are wrapped in smooth, silky butterscotch, black pepper and clove, before rising to an intense crescendo of flavour.