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This page contains the list of Box Codes recorded for Ardbeg expressions since the Glenmorangie purchase in 1997. The list is "very" incomplete which reflects the difficulty in findng box codes from "internet pics". I found many Bottle Codes by looking at pics on the net, but there are rarely pictures taken of the box bottom. Subsequently, I have not been able to compile box codes to the same degree of bottle codes.
Recording box codes is something most people have not attempted, and I've listed a few reasons why this is difficult.
- Not all expressions have box codes.
- Boxes can be exchanged or substituted by anyone selling the bottle.
- Some shops throw out boxes, creating "box replacement" by the collector/drinker with a box issued at a different time.
- The box has nothing to do with the taste of the whisky.
- Probably 99.99% of drinkers/collectors don't know or care about box codes.
Originally, I began recording box codes simply because it was on the box. However, after seeing label varieties (TEN, Uigeadail, ANB), I wanted to create a timeline of any changes made to the box. I felt it couldn't hurt to record these codes, and for those out there that feel they need to collect all varieties, then he/she can ensure their boxes match their bottles.
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The box code above and on the box to the right is from a US release 750ml "Old" TEN imported by Moet-Hennessy in 2007.
Expressions with a box code:
TEN (New and Old)
Uigeadail (New)
17
1977
Blasda
Supernova (Stellar)
Corryvreckan
Expressions with NO boxcode:
Still Young
Almost There
Renaissance
Uigeadail (Old Boxes)
Airigh Nam Beist
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Here is the current list of box codes. I have yet to examine any of the Vintage boxes for codes so if you have any information on them, please go to the CONTACT page and send in your codes.
NOTE: The reference to TYPE I and TYPE II is in regards to the flaps in the box top. TYPE I has the flaps connected to the box whereas TYPE II the flaps are loose. ITYO stands for "Introducing TEN Years Old".
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| Box Code |
Expression |
Size |
Market |
Year |
Type/Details |
| 4ARDBCT003 |
17 |
700 |
UWE |
1997-02 |
TYPE I |
| 4ARDBCT004 |
17 |
750 |
US (BF) |
2002 |
TYPE I |
| 4ARDBCT012 |
TEN (OLD) |
700 |
UWE |
2000 |
ITYO |
| 4ARDBCT013 |
TEN (OLD) |
750 |
US (BF) |
2000-01 |
ITYO |
| 4ARDBCT014 |
TEN (OLD) |
1000 |
Duty Free |
2000 |
ITYO |
| 4ARDBCT024 |
TEN (OLD) |
700 |
EU |
2004 |
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| 4ARDBCT025 |
TEN (OLD) |
750 |
US (BF) |
2001 |
TYPE I |
| 4ARDBCT025 |
TEN (OLD) |
750 |
US (BF) |
2001 |
TYPE II |
| 4ARDBCT025 |
TEN (OLD) |
750 |
US (BF) |
2003 |
TYPE I |
| 4ARDBCT025 |
TEN (OLD) |
750 |
US (BF) |
2003 |
TYPE II |
| 4ARDBCT025 |
TEN (OLD) |
750 |
US (BF) |
2004 |
TYPE II |
| 4ARDBCT026 |
TEN (OLD) |
1000 |
Duty Free |
2004 |
TYPE II |
| 4ARDBCT027 |
1977 |
700 |
Germany |
2001 |
TYPE I |
| 4ARDBCT045 |
TEN (OLD) |
750 |
US (BF) |
2005 |
TYPE II |
| 4ARDBCT045 |
TEN (OLD) |
750 |
US (BF) |
2006 |
TYPE II |
| 4ARDBCT046 |
TEN (OLD) |
1000 |
German |
2007 |
TYPE II |
| 4ARDBCT050 |
TEN (OLD) |
750 |
US (MH) |
2006 |
TYPE II |
| 4ARDBCT050 |
TEN (OLD) |
750 |
US (MH) |
2007 |
TYPE II |
| 4ARDBCT060 |
TEN (OLD) |
700 |
UK/EU |
2008 |
TYPE II |
| 4ARDBCT061 |
TEN (NEW) |
700 |
UK/EU |
2008 |
New Box Design |
| 4ARDBCT063 |
TEN (NEW) |
1000 |
Netherlands |
2008 |
New Box Design |
| 4ARDBCT065 |
Blasda |
700 |
UK |
2008 |
Limited Edition |
| 4ARDBCT076 |
Uigeadail |
700 |
UK/EU |
2010 |
New Box Design |
| 4ARDBCT077 |
Uigeadail |
750 |
US (MH) |
2010 |
New Box Design |
| 4ARDBCT078 |
Supernova |
700 |
UK/EU |
2009 |
Stellar Release |
| 4ARDBCT079 |
Corryvreckan |
700 |
UK/EU |
2009 |
No Swimming! |
| 4ARDBCT080 |
Corryvreckan |
750 |
US (MH) |
2009 |
No Swimming! |
| 4ARDBCT081 |
Supernova |
750 |
US (MH) |
2009 |
Stellar Release |
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More details on boxes will be added in the future, including the time frame of the Uigeadail box change from "Flip-Top" to "Standard". STAY TUNED!
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