Ardbeg 10YO Single Malt Whisky

Ardbeg 10 Year Old is a quintessential Islay single malt: non-chill filtered, matured in ex-bourbon casks and bottled at 46% ABV. Waves of coastal peat and sea spray meet bright citrus and sweet malt, delivering intensity with balance. A modern icon for peat lovers — bold, complex and gift-worthy.

Tasting Notes & Experience

On the nose, zesty lemon and lime over deep smoke, dark chocolate and brine. The palate bursts with crackling peat, pepper, cinnamon-toffee, buttermilk and ripe banana, before creamy cappuccino and toasted marshmallow. A long, smoky finish brings tarry espresso, aniseed and soft barley.

Key Details

• Producer: Ardbeg (LVMH)
• Type: Peated Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Region: Isle of Islay, Scotland
• ABV: 46%
• Volume: 700ml
• Serve: Neat, with a splash of water, on the rocks

Cocktail Pairings

Built for bold classics: Smoky Rob Roy (sweet vermouth & bitters); Penicillin with honey-ginger & lemon; Ardbeg Old Fashioned; Blood & Sand for a fruity contrast; or a refreshing Smoky Highball with soda and citrus.

Food Pairings (Smoky & Peaty)

Smoked salmon; grilled ribeye or BBQ ribs; charcuterie (chorizo, prosciutto); aged cheddar or smoked gouda; blue cheese; dark chocolate (70%+); sticky toffee pudding or salted-caramel tart. Intense smoke meets fat, salt and sweet for perfect contrast.

Craftsmanship & Story

Founded legally in 1815 on Islay’s south coast, Ardbeg is famed for intensely peated spirit that still preserves malt sweetness. Distilled and matured by the Atlantic, the 10YO is ex-bourbon matured and bottled non-chill filtered — a benchmark expression of Ardbeg’s house style and Islay provenance.

Special Features

Uncompromisingly peaty yet balanced; ex-bourbon maturation for citrus, coffee and cocoa notes; non-chill filtered at 46% ABV for optimal mouthfeel and flavour integrity. An essential reference point for Islay whisky.

Recognition & Accolades

Celebrated across major competitions:

• Category Winner – World Whiskies Awards, Single Malt 12 Years & Under, 2019
• Winner (Islay 12&U) – World Whiskies Awards, 2016
• Gold – New York World Spirits Competition, 2024
• Silver – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2022 (Single Malt to 12 Years)
• Silver – International Spirits Challenge, 2019 & 2022 (Distillers’ Single Malts 12&U)
• 1st Place – International Whisky Competition, Best Single Malt Scotch 10 Years, 2015

These honours underscore Ardbeg 10’s standing as a global benchmark for peated single malt.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

Iconic, characterful and beautifully packaged — a superb gift for peat devotees and an unforgettable dram for contemplative sipping.

Fast, Secure NZ-Wide Delivery

Order online for fast NZ delivery. Lovingly packed with a selection of stylish packaging and a personal message option to complete the perfect gift.