Yes. We have. Removing the cask heads to expose more wood during toasting, weve turned Ardbeg whisky upside down and inside out Tempering the briny overtones, ramping up hidden chocolaty sweetness, and magnifying sensations of mocha.

The result? A multidimensional dram that morphs between four key elements – SWEET, SMOKY, HERBAL, and SPICY – all seamlessly merging in a mesmerizing taste experience. As enigmas wrapped up in conundrums go, this takes Ardbeg to a whole new level.