Ardbeg Anthology Islay Single Malt 15 Year
The “Ardbeg Anthology Islay Single Malt 15 Year” refers to Ardbeg Anthology: The Beithir’s Tale, a limited-edition, 15-year-old single malt released in 2025. It is the third and final installment in Ardbeg’s Anthology series, a collection of experimental whiskies inspired by Scottish myths
Product overview
- Release name: Ardbeg Anthology: The Beithir’s Tale. The name references a serpent-like creature from Scottish folklore said to have entered the distillery.
- Release year: 2025, with news of its final release announced in August.
- Cask maturation: For the first time, Ardbeg used specially designed charred bourbon casks for full maturation. These casks were air-seasoned, heavily toasted, and then lightly charred.
- Awards: The expression received a Gold Outstanding (98 points) at the International Wine & Spirits Competition 2025 and a Gold medal at the International Spirits Challenge
Tasting notes
- Color: Pale straw.
- Nose: Pungent, oily, and spicy, with notes of treacle, creosote, and smoked herbs. Toasted apples, raisins, and honey appear, with hints of eucalyptus, menthol, fennel, and pine when water is added.
- Palate: A sizzling and dynamic texture with prominent peat smoke, coffee grounds, and currants. It also features sweeter notes of lemon balm, smoked mandarin, and vanilla.
- Finish: Long and lingering, with flavors of vanilla and smoked butter over earthy peat and spicy tang.





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