Ardbeg Bizarrebq Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

You start with a hare-brained idea; you bring together three unique casks, two masters in their own right, and a lot of heat and smoke… what do you get? You get the Distillery’s first-ever barbecue-inspired whisky – Ardbeg BizarreBQ. Cooked up by renowned Master Distiller Dr. Bill Lumsden alongside the bonafide god of the grill, Christian Stevenson (AKA DJ BBQ), this mouth-watering malt packs a meaty, peaty punch.

As with grilling, fire is a vital element in creating our first BBQ-inspired malt. Toasting a selection of three casks, double charred oak casks, Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, and BBQ casks, this combined recipe brings a sweet, tangy, smoky flavor… perfect for BBQ!

COLOR: Glowing Charcoal Embers
AROMA: Puffs of charcoal and soot mingle with smoky wood and aromatic herbs and spices. Treacle toffee, hickory smoked ham, and cinnamon-dusted espresso rise up. A splash of water releases distinctively sharp citrus aromas, along with herbal notes such as fennel and aniseed. Grilled artichokes and a suggestion of seared meat sizzle the senses. The undeniable smell of bonfire and BBQ embers lingers in the background.
TASTE: The mouthfeel is spicy, like BBQ ribs smothered in chili. A myriad of deep, warming smoke follows in flame-grilled steak, chili oil, cured leather, and clove. Ginger, aniseed, and tar crackle on the palate with an aromatic woodsmoke edge.