Ardbeg Uigeadail Traditional Strength Scotch Whisky

Ardbeg Uigeadail is one of the more dramatic and revered expressions in Ardbeg’s core lineup. A powerful marriage of intense Islay peat and rich sherry sweetness, this cask strength whisky (54.2% ABV, non-chill filtered) offers layers of smoke, dark fruit, spice, and maritime complexity—delivering peaty finesse and refined sweetness in one remarkable dram. 

🧪 Origins & Cask Composition

• First released in 2003, Uigeadail is named after the Islay loch supplying the distillery’s water. It is matured in a mix of ex-bourbon barrels and older ex-sherry casks, then bottled at traditional strength (54.2% ABV) and non-chill-filtered to preserve maximum flavor and viscosity. 

👃 Nose (Aroma)

• Aromatics open with heady, smoky peat—think tar, char, and creosote—balanced by sherry-rich sweetness: Christmas cake, chocolate-coated raisins, walnut oil, and Parma violets. Hints of ocean spray, pine needles, and oiled leather add depth and intrigue. Water opens up more meaty smoke and briny seaweed notes. 

👅 Palate & Texture

• Full-bodied and oily in texture, the palate presents bold peat smoke, followed by raisiny fruit jam, brown sugar, and winter spices. Notes of mocha espresso, salted smoked meats, and burnt citrus peel intermingle with briny sensations and toasted grain. 

🔁 Finish

• The finish is long, chewy, and resonant—carrying forward the tobacco‑dark fruit‑peat interplay with lingering bitterness, smoky licorice, and saline undertones that fade slowly.

🌟 Highlights at a Glance