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This iconic 200-year-old distillery was run by the McDougall family until 1959, then became Ardbeg Distillery Ltd. A takeover by Allied Distillers Ltd. followed in the 1970s. After closure from 1981-89 and temporary reopening for two months a year, it was reopened for good in 1997 by new owners the Glenmorangie Plc.
The distillery produces one of the peatiest whiskies on the island. The predominant aromas are of spices, malt or sweet tones like vanilla and chocolates, rather than sea and salt tastes.
It’s won prestigious titles including World Whisky of the Year, Scotch Whisky of the Year and World’s Best Single Malt.
