The Ardbeg Cult! | Tasting Spectacular, Blaaack & An Oa with a Committee Member

Has the Ardbeg Cult claimed another victim? In this video, I confront Mark from Brisbane Whisky Scene in an attempted intervention—he’s not just a whisky fan; he’s an Ardbeg Cult Committee member, complete with an enviable collection of bottles from this iconic Islay distillery. We dive into the origins of the so-called "Ardbeg Cult" and the clever marketing behind the Ardbeg Committee that helped build such a devoted following. Together, we taste and review three incredible Ardbeg releases: 🥃 Spectacular 🥃 Blaaack 🥃 An Oa From smoky intensity to surprising flavours, these whiskies reveal why Ardbeg inspires such passion among fans. Is it all just hype—or does Ardbeg truly deserve the cult-like devotion? 💬 Let us know in the comments: Are YOU an Ardbeg fan? Which of these bottles would you pick up? Want to join the Ardbeg Committee? You can sign up for free online: https://www.ardbegcommittee.com.au/pages/comittee-new If you enjoyed this video, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more whisky reviews and deep dives! 🎥 Special thanks to Mark from Brisbane Whisky Scene for joining the fun! 📸 Follow Mark: @Brisbane Whisky Scene https://www.instagram.com/brisbanewhiskyscene/ https://www.facebook.com/brisbanewhiskyscene Subscribe for weekly whisky videos like this: https://www.youtube.com/@thewhiskyscribe/?sub_confirmation=1 You can also follow my other accounts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewhiskyscribe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheWhiskyScribe ----------- The whisky-themed t-shirt I’m wearing comes for Dramwears. They specialise in unique and custom designed whisky shirts, available in a range of colours and sizes. If you’re looking for a gift for a whisky lover or something for yourself, check them out. There are some fun designs to explore and the shirts are good quality and quite comfortable: https://dramwears.com.au/ ⚙️ Equipment Used 🥃 Glencairn Whisky Glass https://amzn.to/4nS9ISV 📷 Camera: Canon EOS RP Full-Frame Mirrorless https://amzn.to/47IGEIT 🎤 Audio: RØDE Wireless GO II + Lavalier Mics https://amzn.to/4nYZtML 💡 Studio Lights: Godox SL60W https://amzn.to/47K9DMv 🌈 Background Lights: Phottix M500RGB https://amzn.to/4phAjdu 🎥 DJI Pocket 2-3 Axis Gimbal Stabiliser https://amzn.to/4nWUKv2 🤝 Support the Channel Some links above are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase—at no extra cost to you. Thanks for helping me keep the whisky content flowing! 🥃