Ardbeg 16 Year Old 1991 Rum Cask Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 70cl, 50%

Description

Ardbeg 16 Year Old 1991 Rum Cask Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 70cl 50% is a rare independent bottling of the famous Islay single malt Scotch whisky. Distilled in 1991 at the renowned Ardbeg Distillery and later bottled by Douglas Laing for their respected Old Malt Cask series, this whisky presents a unique and collectible expression of Ardbeg’s smoky character.

Matured for 16 years and influenced by rum cask maturation, this release combines Ardbeg’s signature peat smoke with a distinctive layer of sweetness and tropical fruit character. The unusual cask influence creates a fascinating balance between smoky intensity and rich rum-driven notes.

The Old Malt Cask range is known for selecting high-quality single cask whiskies that highlight the authentic character of each distillery. Bottled at 50% ABV, this expression offers a powerful and full-bodied profile with excellent depth and complexity.

A vintage Ardbeg distilled in 1991 is particularly attractive for collectors, as whiskies from this era capture a unique period in the distillery’s history and often display remarkable character.

Why Choose Ardbeg 16 Year Old 1991 Rum Cask Old Malt Cask

This whisky offers a rare combination of Ardbeg peat smoke and rum cask influence.

Independent bottling by Douglas Laing

Part of the respected Old Malt Cask series

Distilled in 1991 and aged for 16 years

Rum cask influence adding tropical sweetness

Ideal For

Collectors of rare and vintage whisky

Fans of heavily peated Islay whisky

Independent bottling enthusiasts

Exploring unusual cask maturations

Product Details

Product: Ardbeg 16 Year Old 1991 Rum Cask Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Ardbeg
Bottler: Douglas Laing – Old Malt Cask Series
Age: 16 Years Old
Vintage: 1991
Region: Islay
Country: Scotland
ABV: 50%
Bottle Size: 70cl

Collector’s Note

Independent Ardbeg bottlings are highly sought after by whisky collectors. The Old Malt Cask series by Douglas Laing has built a strong reputation for showcasing distinctive single casks from respected distilleries. A 1991 vintage Ardbeg with rum cask maturation is particularly rare and offers a unique interpretation of the distillery’s famous smoky style.

Distilled: March 1991

Bottled: June 2007

Age: 16 years old

Cask Type: Rum Finish

Cask Number: 3719

50% ABV / 70cl

Bottle Number: One of only 346 bottles released