Recent Reviews of Ardbeg Supernova

  • Ardbeg Supernova - Supernova Tasting

    By Rosal on 7th Jun 20112011-06-07T16:07:00

    95

    At first I was not a fan of Islay Scotch and was more of a Highland, especially Glenmorangie. But I am starting to appreciate Islay more and more. Nose: So much is going on in this one. Powerful peat… read more

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  • Ardbeg Supernova - Luxurious, powerful but surprisingly complex peat monster

    By jdcook on 20th Oct 20092009-10-20T10:56:00

    90

    The nose is gentler than you would expect from something labelled 'the peatiest Ardbeg ever!' Sure, the peat and smoke is the dominant feature, and its very meaty, but there is a freshness there as well,… read more

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  • Ardbeg Supernova - A Genuine surprise. Can Ardbeg do no wrong?

    By benellefsen on 16th Oct 20092009-10-16T14:14:00

    100

    Nose - slight new-make spirit, but well-integrated with it. There's a huge number of Tequila-esque notes in here. Good Tequila though - Blue Agave, nothing less. Toffee crisp. Palate - Huge. The peat … read more

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  • Distiller/brand: Ardbeg
  • Region: Islay
  • Bottler: Distillery Bottling
  • Strength: 58.9%%
  • Size: 70cl
  • Water Source: Lochs Arinambeast

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