Hi All,
Over the past 6 months I've been getting into scotch. My first tasting was of the new Laphroaig 18 year and absolutely loved it. Since then I've tried Laphroaig's 10 yr cask and Quarter Cask. I still prefer the 18 year however. Outside of Islays I have tried some Macallan and The Glenlivet 15, and while I liked those, it made me appreciate Islays that much more.
Since I am such a fan of Islays, and I've heard so much about the Ardbeg 10 year, I picked up a bottle. I have to say I was disappointed. I was expecting something big and intense. Despite the "untamed" moniker I found it rather subdued and subtle. Still a great scotch, but if I had to choose I much preceded the aforementioned Laproaigs.
Has anyone had a similar experience with the Ardbeg 10? Perhaps I am a bit spoiled since the Laphroaig 18 was my first scotch. I discovered later on it was very highly rated (though some prefer the 15 yr).
Can anyone recommend some other Islays that I might enjoy?
Cheers,
Kris