Ardbeg – Almost There (1998) (70cl, 54.1%)

Distilled in 1998, this expression from the iconic Ardbeg distillery serves as a compelling chapter in the journey toward their classic ten-year-old profile. As the third release in this storied series, it exhibits a robust, well-developed character that feels significantly more rounded and full-bodied than its predecessors. Hailing from Scotland, this whisky offers a rich and complex tasting experience that captures the evolving intensity of the distillery’s signature peat-forward style.