Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old (700ml) - Batch 4 Whisky, ABV: 46.2% - THE WHISKY STATION
Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old (700ml) - Batch 4 Whisky, ABV: 46.2% - THE WHISKY STATION
Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old (700ml) - Batch 4 Whisky, ABV: 46.2% - THE WHISKY STATION
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Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old (700ml) - Batch 4 Whisky, ABV: 46.2%

$490.00 AUD
$490.00 AUD

Ardbeg Traigh Bhan 19 Year Old — Batch 4 is the annual Islay treasure from the iconic Ardbeg Distillery. Bottled at 46.2% ABV from a meticulous blend of peat-forward spirit matured in a higher proportion of Oloroso sherry casks, this 700 ml edition deepens Ardbeg’s signature smoky profile with rich, fruit-driven complexity. Named after Islay’s mystic “Singing Sands,” Traigh Bhan captures the island’s atmosphere in a dram you can savor and explore.

What makes Batch 4 unique

  • Elevated Oloroso sherry influence delivers pronounced fruit, chocolate, and nutty sweetness that harmonizes with peat.
  • 19-year maturation creates a refined, well-integrated character where smoke meets elegance rather than shouting for attention.
  • Limited annual release—each bottle stands out as a collectible with its own distinctive balance within Ardbeg’s peat spectrum.
  • A compelling balance of intensity and finesse, offering depth for contemplative tasting as well as crowd-pleasing appeal in a bottle that ages well with time.

Tasting profile

Nose: Herbal and vibrant notes of pine, fennel, lime sorbet, and eucalyptus, followed by saddle soap, hazelnut, vanilla, and currants.

Palate: Bold wood smoke interwoven with dark chocolate, brightened by lemon curd, peanut brittle, and hints of creamy raisin fudge and hazelnut.

Finish: Long, warming, and complex, with lingering vanilla fudge, dark cocoa, and a clove-spiced tingle that lingers warmly on the palate.

Who this edition is ideal for

  • Islay lovers who crave a nuanced, sherried peat profile rather than a pure, raw peat punch.
  • Collectors seeking a 19-year-old that showcases Ardbeg’s evolving peat with refined cask influence.
  • Gifting for connoisseurs and enthusiasts celebrating milestones, especially those who appreciate the marriage of smoke and sherry.

How to enjoy

  • Best appreciated neat or with a small splash of water to unlock its layered aromatics.
  • Pair it with dark chocolate, espresso, dried fruits, or aged cheeses that echo the chocolatey and nutty notes from the cask.
  • Serve in a wide, tulip-style glass to concentrate the aroma; allow a minute for the bouquet to unfold after pouring.

Product specifics

  • Islay single malt Scotch whisky
  • Batch 4, 19-year-old
  • ABV: 46.2%
  • Bottle size: 700 ml
  • Maturation: predominantly Oloroso sherry casks for added richness to Ardbeg’s peat smoke
  • Limited annual release; a distinctive addition for collectors and peat enthusiasts