The Scotch Malt Whisky Society 1966 26 Years Single Malt Whisky

Ardbeg 1966 SMWS 33.13

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society

United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
26 years
ABV
50.5%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Ardbeg
Distillation Year
01.1966
Bottling Year
08.1992

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Lowest Price:€1,319.00(2024-02-28)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Naomi Murray

Naomi Murray

May 21, 2026, 06:41:54

Warm and cosy 🥃 I get honey, oak, a bit of spice, and a soft smoky edge. Feels smooth, slightly sweet, then turns dry and woody at the end. Nice little winter dram.

Daniel Bell

Daniel Bell

May 15, 2026, 09:41:34

Lovely cosy dram 🥃 I get a bit of sweet fruit, soft spice, and a wee touch of oak. Feels warm and mellow, with a gentle smoky edge that hangs about nicely. Easy to sip, quite comforting really.

Tina Harris

Tina Harris

May 13, 2026, 12:21:00

That nose is just... wow. 🥃 First hit is all warm oak and a bit of spiced fruit cake, y'know? Then comes this lovely caramal-y sweetness, like burnt sugar. Proper job. Taking a sip... oh hello. It's got a real silky mouthfeel. I'm getting a bit of dark chocolate, some orange peel, and a subtle smoke that just hangs in the background. Very smooth, not harsh at all. The finish is where it really shines for me. It's long and warming, with a touch of that spice coming back. A lovely drop for a quiet evening. 👍 I’d say it's got a bit of everything - sweet, spicy, a hint of smoke. Very well-balanced. Makes you want another sip straight away. 😊

Bethany Lloyd

Bethany Lloyd

May 12, 2026, 11:02:15

Oh wow, this one's proper rich and kinda shimmery? 😌 First hit is all warm honey and vanilla, right, like a cozy blanket. Then a bit of toasty oak and maybe a hint of dried fruit... lovely. Get a whisper of gentle smoke at the end too, smooth as anything. Total treat, that. 🥃

Imogen Bell

Imogen Bell

May 7, 2026, 08:11:18

Oh, this whisky – first sip, you get this rich, smooth feel, almost like honey and a hint of spice. 🥃 The nose has a bit of smokiness mixed with fruit, maybe apples or pears. 🍎 Finish is warm and lingering, with a touch of oak. Really comforting on a chilly evening. Sometimes I reckon it's got a slight nutty tone too. Cheers, mate! Enjoy it slow.

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