Ardbeg Drum Committee Release

Ardbeg Drum Committee Release

A limited edition Islay single malt from Ardbeg Distillery, released for Ardbeg Day as an exclusive Committee bottling.

Ardbeg Drum was matured in ex-bourbon casks before being finished in rum casks — an unusual twist for the famously peated Islay distillery. The Committee Release was bottled at a higher strength than the standard version, offering amplified character and intensity.

Now discontinued, it remains a sought-after Ardbeg Day collectible.

Why you’ll love it

Ardbeg Drum Committee Release combines classic Islay peat smoke with tropical sweetness from its rum cask finish.

Expect waves of bonfire smoke, grilled pineapple, banana, vanilla fudge and coastal salinity. The higher Committee strength adds extra weight, spice and depth, creating a bold yet surprisingly playful Ardbeg.

It’s smoky, sweet, and unmistakably Islay — with added collector appeal.

What to expect

Style: Islay single malt Scotch whisky
Region: Islay
Age: No Age Statement (NAS)
Cask Maturation: Ex-bourbon with rum cask finish
Character: Peat smoke, tropical fruit, vanilla, spice, coastal notes
Body: Full-bodied and powerful
Release Type: Ardbeg Day Committee Release (discontinued)
Format: 70cl bottle
Availability: Limited – collector stock

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A bold Ardbeg Day collectible

Ardbeg Drum Committee Release stands out within the Ardbeg Day series thanks to its rum cask finish and higher strength bottling.

With Committee bottles becoming harder to find each year, this is a strong addition for Ardbeg collectors and Islay enthusiasts alike.

Secure this Committee Release while availability remains.