Ardbeg Galileo 1999 Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Ardbeg Galileo 1999 Single Malt Scotch Whisky
550,00€
ABV: 49%
It was probably a small experiment covered with a smart marketing campaign, but Ardbeg actually sent its single malt into orbit. In 2012 at the British Space Center, some new make barrels from the distillery were launched into space to study how whiskey matures in zero gravity, but let’s go back to earth and describe this limited edition release.
The Ardbeg Galileo was distilled in 1999 and bottled in 2012, so the 12-year aging took place, both in ex-bourbon barrels as in barrels that contained Marsala wine. The use of Marsala barrels has given this single malt sweet notes and hints of tropical fruit.
Ardbeg Galileo was also elected whiskey of the year at the 2013 World Whiskies Awards. The peat notes on the nose are softened by fruity aromas, pineapple, coconut and banana, followed by spices, caramel and phenolic scents. On the palate it is initially smoky and salty and then aims at the sweet with apricot, licorice and charcoal hints. The finish is soft and sweet with a smoky and earthy aftertaste.
Weight | 1 kg |
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3 in stock