Ardbeg 15 y.o. - The Ultimate The Beithir's Tale

With Ardbeg 15 Years Old The Beithir's Tale, the Islay distillery continues its fabled Anthology Collection – 
a limited-edition series of single malts inspired by mythical creatures of Islay. Each bottling represents a 
unique cask selection and a particularly distinctive maturation. Following "The Unicorn's Tale" and "The Harpy's 
Tale," "The Beithir's Tale" tells the next story from Ardbeg's world of legend – named after the legendary Beithir,
a giant, serpent-like sea monster rooted deep in the mists of Islay.  This 15-year-old Ardbeg was matured in a 
combination of American white oak and secret, rare casks – a cask selection that not only adds depth but also 
contributes to the mystique of this limited-edition bottling. With no added color, no chill-filter, and bottled 
at 46% ABV, this whisky reflects the essence of Beithir: powerful, complex, and untamed.

According to legend, the Beast devoured three fine casks from Ardbeg's warehouse before being tamed by the music of Jackie, the chairwoman of the Ardbeg Committee. As a tribute to this encounter, the casks returned on the waves – matured, transformed, and full of depth. This edition is thus not only a tribute to Islay's legendary world, but also an aromatic testament to Ardbeg's creative cask-making. 43% ABV.

Awards:

- GOLD OUTSTANDING 98 points at the International Wine & Spirits Competition 2025 Tasting notes: Color: Pale straw.

Nose: Spicy, oily, and piquant. Lush notes of malt molasses meet tarry wooden railway sleepers and smoked herbs. Grilled apples and raisins reveal sweet notes. With a splash of water, the scent of eucalyptus and menthol unfolds, followed by fennel and pine.

Palate: Incredibly balanced, sparkling on the palate, followed by peat smoke, coffee grounds, and currants. Notes of lemon balm mingle with smoked mandarin oranges, followed by a sharp, smoky spice.

Finish: Long and complex, with subtle notes of vanilla and smoked butter.