Ardbeg 14 years Anthology - The Unicorn's Tale

The 'Anthology' tells a story of three special Ardbeg whiskies: experimental and unique maturities in which Dr Bill classic Ardbeg smoke is still evident. On 16 July 2024, the second edition in the legendary Anthology Collection will be launched and is inspired by the legendary Islay Unicorn.

Tasting note

Nose

Burning cedar with a rich, sweet and aromatic nose. Baked banana bread and tropical fruit. Eucalyptus oil mingles with soft but distinct smoke.

Taste

Smoked fruit and baked (slightly burnt) bread. Hints of aniseed and soft barley malt define the flavour. The typical lime note is also present, as well as dark fruit from madeira cask ageing. 

Finish

Mentol, cloves, wood smoke and camphor define the aftertaste. Deliciously long and mildly smoky.

Ardbeg Distillery

Ardbeg Distillery is located on the south coast of the island of Islay, famous for its rich whisky tradition. Founded in 1815 by the MacDougall family, Ardbeg has a turbulent history with several closures and re-openings, but has become one of the most highly regarded Islay distilleries.

A distinctive feature of Ardbeg Distillery is its strong peat influence, resulting in whiskies with an intense smokiness and maritime character. The distillery uses traditionally handmade copper pot stills and local peat from the surrounding peat fields, which gives the whiskies their distinctive aromas of smoke, sea salt, and tar, combined with hints of citrus and vanilla.

Ardbeg whiskies are mainly matured in ex-bourbon casks, which ensures a deep and complex flavour. The distillery is also known for its innovative approach, with experimentation in different cask types and maturation processes producing unique and award-winning expressions.

The combination of traditional production methods, an iconic location and an unmistakable flavour profile makes Ardbeg a leading name in the world of Scotch whisky.