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Ardbeg Blaaack, Pinot Noir Cask (finish), ex-Bourbon Cask, 2020, 46%
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Ardbeg Blaaack, Pinot Noir Cask (finish), ex-Bourbon Cask, 2020, 46%

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TypeSingle Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 22
Average Score
Avg 88
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Description

Ardbeg Blaaack is a limited edition Islay single malt whisky released in 2020 to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Ardbeg Committee. This expression is notable for being the first time Ardbeg matured its whisky in Pinot Noir casks sourced from New Zealand. The name 'Blaaack' is a playful nod to the sheep population of New Zealand and Ardbeg's 'black sheep' identity among Islay distilleries. Bottled at 46% ABV and non-chill filtered, it offers a unique balance of Ardbeg's signature peaty character with rich, dark fruit notes from the wine casks.

Change+41.3%
LatestSGD 334
HighSGD 334
LowSGD 177
SGD 352SGD 288SGD 223SGD 159Price (SGD)Observed dateAug 4Jan 11Jun 1Sep 30Aug 4 - SGD 236 - Whisky Auctioneer - Aug 4, 2025Aug 4 - SGD 236 - Whisky Auctioneer - Aug 4, 2025Aug 4 - SGD 216 - Whisky Auctioneer - Aug 4, 2025Aug 10 - SGD 218 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 10, 2025Aug 10 - SGD 218 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 10, 2025Aug 31 - SGD 246 - Australian Whisky Auctions - Aug 31, 2025Sep 8 - SGD 190 - Whisky Auctioneer - Sep 8, 2025Sep 8 - SGD 180 - Whisky Auctioneer - Sep 8, 2025Sep 14 - SGD 180 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Sep 14, 2025Sep 14 - SGD 240 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Sep 14, 2025Sep 28 - SGD 199 - Australian Whisky Auctions - Sep 28, 2025Oct 6 - SGD 200 - Whisky Auctioneer - Oct 6, 2025Oct 6 - SGD 200 - Whisky Auctioneer - Oct 6, 2025Nov 3 - SGD 276 - Whisky Auctioneer - Nov 3, 2025Nov 9 - SGD 196 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Nov 9, 2025Nov 9 - SGD 196 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Nov 9, 2025Nov 9 - SGD 196 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Nov 9, 2025Nov 9 - SGD 216 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Nov 9, 2025Dec 1 - SGD 243 - European Whisky Auctions - Dec 1, 2025Dec 1 - SGD 217 - Whisky Auctioneer - Dec 1, 2025Dec 7 - SGD 199 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Dec 7, 2025Dec 7 - SGD 199 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Dec 7, 2025Dec 7 - SGD 199 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Dec 7, 2025Dec 7 - SGD 199 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Dec 7, 2025Jan 1 - SGD 295 - European Whisky Auctions - Jan 1, 2026Jan 5 - SGD 219 - Whisky Auctioneer - Jan 5, 2026Jan 11 - SGD 218 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jan 11, 2026Jan 11 - SGD 218 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jan 11, 2026Jan 11 - SGD 218 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jan 11, 2026Jan 11 - SGD 218 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jan 11, 2026Jan 25 - SGD 202 - Australian Whisky Auctions - Jan 25, 2026Feb 8 - SGD 219 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Feb 8, 2026Feb 8 - SGD 219 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Feb 8, 2026Feb 8 - SGD 219 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Feb 8, 2026Feb 8 - SGD 219 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Feb 8, 2026Feb 8 - SGD 219 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Feb 8, 2026Feb 9 - SGD 259 - Whisky Auctioneer - Feb 9, 2026Mar 8 - SGD 216 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Mar 8, 2026Mar 8 - SGD 216 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Mar 8, 2026Mar 8 - SGD 236 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Mar 8, 2026Mar 8 - SGD 216 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Mar 8, 2026Mar 9 - SGD 256 - Whisky Auctioneer - Mar 9, 2026Mar 29 - SGD 250 - Australian Whisky Auctions - Mar 29, 2026Mar 29 - SGD 240 - Australian Whisky Auctions - Mar 29, 2026Apr 6 - SGD 196 - Whisky Auctioneer - Apr 6, 2026Apr 6 - SGD 196 - Whisky Auctioneer - Apr 6, 2026Apr 6 - SGD 196 - Whisky Auctioneer - Apr 6, 2026Apr 6 - SGD 196 - Whisky Auctioneer - Apr 6, 2026Apr 6 - SGD 196 - Whisky Auctioneer - Apr 6, 2026Apr 12 - SGD 217 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Apr 12, 2026Apr 12 - SGD 217 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Apr 12, 2026Apr 20 - SGD 194 - Just Whisky Auctions - Apr 20, 2026Apr 26 - SGD 241 - Australian Whisky Auctions - Apr 26, 2026May 1 - SGD 223 - European Whisky Auctions - May 1, 2026May 4 - SGD 219 - Whisky Auctioneer - May 4, 2026May 31 - SGD 316 - Australian Whisky Auctions - May 31, 2026Jun 1 - SGD 274 - European Whisky Auctions - Jun 1, 2026Jun 1 - SGD 205 - European Whisky Auctions - Jun 1, 2026Jun 14 - SGD 188 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jun 14, 2026Jun 14 - SGD 188 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jun 14, 2026Jun 14 - SGD 198 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jun 14, 2026Jun 14 - SGD 188 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jun 14, 2026Jun 22 - SGD 177 - Just Whisky Auctions - Jun 22, 2026Jun 28 - SGD 277 - Australian Whisky Auctions - Jun 28, 2026Jul 6 - SGD 189 - Whisky Auctioneer - Jul 6, 2026Jul 12 - SGD 219 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jul 12, 2026Jul 12 - SGD 189 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jul 12, 2026Jul 12 - SGD 199 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Jul 12, 2026Jul 20 - SGD 180 - Just Whisky Auctions - Jul 20, 2026Jul 26 - SGD 290 - Australian Whisky Auctions - Jul 26, 2026Aug 9 - SGD 178 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 9, 2026Aug 9 - SGD 178 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 9, 2026Aug 9 - SGD 188 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 9, 2026Aug 9 - SGD 188 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Aug 9, 2026Aug 10 - SGD 219 - Whisky Auctioneer - Aug 10, 2026Aug 10 - SGD 199 - Whisky Auctioneer - Aug 10, 2026Aug 10 - SGD 199 - Whisky Auctioneer - Aug 10, 2026Aug 10 - SGD 199 - Whisky Auctioneer - Aug 10, 2026Aug 10 - SGD 199 - Whisky Auctioneer - Aug 10, 2026Aug 17 - SGD 199 - Just Whisky Auctions - Aug 17, 2026Aug 30 - SGD 195 - Australian Whisky Auctions - Aug 30, 2026Aug 30 - SGD 210 - Australian Whisky Auctions - Aug 30, 2026Sep 13 - SGD 197 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Sep 13, 2026Sep 13 - SGD 187 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Sep 13, 2026Sep 13 - SGD 248 - Unicorn Auctions - Sep 13, 2026Sep 30 - SGD 334 - European Whisky Auctions - Sep 30, 2026

Recently Sold

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European Whisky AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Sep 30, 2026SGD 333.57
Scotch Whisky AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Sep 13, 2026SGD 196.95
Scotch Whisky AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Sep 13, 2026SGD 187.10

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Versus WineVerified Retail Listing - Updated Oct 6, 2026SGD 273.29
Cask type
Pinot Noir Cask (finish), ex-Bourbon Cask
Bottling
Official Bottling
Peated
Peated
Single cask
No
Non-chill filtered
Yes
Cask origin
New Zealand
Cask no.
N.A
Batch
N.A
PPM
N.A
Barley
N.A
Fermentation
N.A
Master distiller (bottling)
Dr Bill Lumsden
Master distiller (distillation)
N.A
Limited edition
Yes
Bottle count
N.A
Has box
Yes
Closure
Cork
Presentation
Bottle and box (matte black bottle)
Series highlights
Committee 20th Anniversary Limited Edition
Historical context
20th Anniversary of the Ardbeg Committee (founded in 2000); Global COVID-19 pandemic (2020)
Special release
Limited Edition; Ardbeg Committee 20th Anniversary; Ardbeg Day Release
Allocation
Worldwide
Nose
Peaty and smoky with notes of coal fire, barbecue smoke, and earthy peat. Fruity aromas of raspberries, blackcurrant, strawberries, cherries, and orange zest are present, alongside hints of honey, vanilla, oak, and leather.
Palate
Intense peat smoke is prominent, balanced by sweet and savory notes. Flavors of red berries, dark cherries, chocolate, coffee, and caramel are present, along with hints of spiced fruit, charred oak, and a peppery spice. The mouthfeel is often described as creamy or velvety.
Finish
Long and smoky, with lingering notes of peat, ash, dark chocolate, and sweet vanilla. Spices like black pepper and cinnamon are often noted, along with a persistent fruity or jammy character.
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