When the resurrection of Ardbeg was just getting started (and the committee bottlings were actually only for committee members), it was the Ardbeg 17 year single malt that launched the reputation of the revamped Islay distillery.

Considered legendary by all who remember it, the classic flavors of salt, smoke, peat, brine, and vanilla were in complete harmony, rising to the level of iconic status at 17 years of age. It was a symphony of Islay complexity, whisky fans went absolutely crazy for it, and the response launched a new era of single malt connoisseurship around the world.

Back then, few drinkers knew the story of Ardbeg. Absolutely no one had heard of Dr. Bill Lumsden. Yet, today, Ardbeg is one of the most beloved and famous single malt whiskies in the world and Lumsden just finished helping Beyonce blend her new American whiskey release.

Times have certainly changed, but—when fortune smiles upon us—sometimes it repeats itself.

The release of Ardbeg’s latest committee bottling is a moment many of us have been waiting decades for. Dr. Bill Lumsden spent an incredible amount of time reconstructing the flavors of the original Ardbeg 17 year (down to the exact ABV%) and the result is finally here.

While supplies last, the limited edition Ardbeg 17 year old single malt is finally available again, bringing with it all the complexity of the original. For those who missed out the first time around, now is your chance.

Much like your favorite rock band, there’s no guarantee this show will come back around for a third time.