Ardbeg Anthology 13 Year Single Malt 750ml
Myth Meets Mastery. A Tale of Smoke and Sweetness.
The first release in Ardbeg’s new Anthology Series, The Harpy’s Tale is a bold experiment in cask innovation and storytelling. Aged for 13 years in ex-bourbon barrels and finished in rare Sauternes wine casks, this single malt offers a distinctive balance of Islay’s signature smoky intensity and the luxurious sweetness of French dessert wine.
Inspired by the mythical harpy—half-human, half-bird—this expression brings together two worlds in perfect harmony: sweet and smoky, elegant and wild.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Oily peat, lemon peel, smoked herbs, and crème brûlée
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Palate: Rich and smooth with notes of dried apricot, tar, eucalyptus, and sweet peat
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Finish: Long and warming, with lingering smoke, spice, and Sauternes sweetness
Product Details
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Volume: 750ml
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ABV: 46%
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Age Statement: 13 Years
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Maturation: Ex-bourbon barrels & Sauternes wine casks
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Region: Islay, Scotland
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Chill-Filtered: No
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Series: Ardbeg Anthology – The Harpy’s Tale
Why It Stands Out
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First Ardbeg to finish in Sauternes wine casks
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Limited-release, non-chill filtered for full flavor and texture
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Complex balance of peat smoke and rich dessert wine influence
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A must-have for collectors and adventurous Islay whisky fans
Serving Suggestions
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Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water
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Ideal for after-dinner sipping or paired with dark chocolate or blue cheese
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Serve in a Glencairn glass to experience its full aromatic range