Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist

The phonetic pronunication of Airigh Nam Beist which in the Gaelic language literally means 'shelter, or pasture of the animals'. It is also the name given to the small hill loch that form the fulcrum between Loch Uigeadail and Charlie's Dam at Ardbeg Distillery.

Entirely drawn from very rare whisky stocks that were distilled and laid down in 1990 and aged in oak casks, Airigh Nam Beist is a wonderfully creamy, smoky malt, suffused in woodsmoke with notes of fennel and pine nuts, topped with tingling limes. This rare malt is a 'wee beastie' of a dram...waiting to be released!

In the remote corners of Islay, where the salty sea breeze mingles with the rich peat-laden earth, lies the legend of Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist whiskey. This exquisite expression from the famed Ardbeg Distillery weaves a captivating narrative of tradition, craftsmanship, and the untamed spirit of the Scottish Highlands.

Enveloped in an amber cloak, the Airigh Nam Beist whiskey tantalizes the senses with a mesmerizing dance of aromas. A symphony of sea spray, warm leather, and hints of vanilla rise to greet the nose, immediately transporting the fortunate imbiber to the rugged shores of the Hebrides. This initial greeting is followed by a delicate undercurrent of citrus, a whisper of coastal herbs, and the unmistakable, enchanting allure of peat smoke.

Upon the first sip, the palate is treated to a journey of unparalleled complexity. Waves of velvety richness sweep across the tongue, carrying flavors that span the spectrum from honeyed sweetness to robust spiciness. The peat, an embodiment of Ardbeg's heritage, emerges as the protagonist, revealing layers of earthy depth intertwined with notes of caramelized sugar and dark chocolate. An intriguing interplay of brine and ash evokes a sense of the distillery's maritime surroundings, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of toffee and ripe orchard fruits.

The finish of Airigh Nam Beist is a lingering ode to mastery. Like the final notes of a haunting melody, it leaves an indelible impression of smoldering embers and smoky warmth. The echoes of brine and oak endure, ensuring that the whiskey's story lingers long after the glass is empty.

Crafted with an attention to detail that only comes from decades of tradition, Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist embodies the essence of Islay's rugged beauty and the unwavering dedication of the master distillers. A testament to the spirit of adventure and discovery, this exceptional whiskey invites connoisseurs to uncork a bottle and embark on a sensory voyage that pays homage to the legacy of Ardbeg Distillery and the untamed Scottish landscape.