Ardbeg Distillery Perpetuum, 2015 Bicentenary Limited Edition Committee Release

Ardbeg Distillery Perpetuum, 2015 Bicentenary Limited Edition Committee Release

Ardbeg Perpetuum (47.4% ABV) is a commemorative Islay single malt released in 2015 for Ardbeg’s 200th anniversary, blending young and old whiskies matured in ex‑bourbon and sherry casks. It captures the distillery’s past and future in one dram—classic Ardbeg smoke and brine balanced by creamy sweetness and subtle fruit.

Nose - A rich, layered aroma of dark chocolate, treacle, nutty oak, and coastal peat. Water reveals briny sea‑spray, pine resin, and lime zest, evoking the freshness of Ardbeg’s pier.

Master of Malt notes slighter smoke than usual, chocolate, gunpowder, dried fruits (raisin, banana, pear), and a licorice background.

Palate - Full‑bodied and creamy. Robust peat smoke meets smoky bacon, vanilla, and milk chocolate, with a touch of sherry‑derived dried fruit. The bourbon casks contribute salt, chili, and cracked pepper, while the sherry adds sweet citrus and buttery fudge.

Whisky Consultants describe it as creamy, floral, sweet citrus, and lingering fruits with a little salt—a gentler, elegant Ardbeg.

Finish - Medium‑long, smoked ham, salt, and sweet fruits with a faint pear‑and‑smoke fade. Slightly tannic and dry, leaving a soft, subtle sweetness.

Cask Influence: Ex‑bourbon and ex‑sherry (Oloroso suspected)

Profile: Peat smoke • Vanilla • Chocolate • Citrus • Brine • Sweet fruit • Subtle spice

Perpetuum is described by Ardbeg as “the past, present, and future in a glass”—a creamy, balanced Islay malt that tempers Ardbeg’s usual ferocity with refined sweetness and maritime freshness. It’s less aggressive than Uigeadail or Corryvreckan, making it ideal for collectors or drinkers seeking a mature, contemplative Ardbeg.

Ardbeg Perpetuum is a limited‑edition anniversary bottling—a bridge between heritage and innovation. Emphasise its dual cask maturation, creamy texture, and balanced peat‑sweet interplay. It appeals to enthusiasts who appreciate Ardbeg’s complexity in a smoother, celebratory form.