Ardbeg 15 Year Old Anthology – Limited Edition is a bold return to Islay tradition, revived from the distillery’s archives and reimagined for the modern peat devotee. Part of Ardbeg’s Anthology Series, this expression explores the evolution of peat over time, where youthful intensity gives way to refined depth and unexpected elegance. It is unmistakably Ardbeg, yet strikingly mature.

Ardbeg 15 Year Old Anthology – Limited Edition 70cl
Brand: Ardbeg | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 46% | Origin: Islay, Scotland | Vol: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Smoky and aromatic with notes of charcoal embers, aniseed, leather, menthol, and subtle sweetness beneath the peat.
Palate: Surprisingly rounded and creamy, delivering flavors of dark chocolate, smoked herbs, toasted coffee, brine, and earthy peat smoke.
Finish: Long, dry, and gently ashy, with lingering smoke, cocoa bitterness, and warming spice.

Production Details:
Matured for 15 years in carefully selected casks, this whisky revisits a historic Ardbeg age statement discontinued in the past. The Anthology Series is designed to explore rare and experimental facets of Ardbeg’s character, highlighting how time reshapes its iconic peat profile.

Perfect For:
Slow evenings by the fire, contemplative solo drams, or sharing with seasoned Islay lovers who appreciate depth beyond brute smoke.

Expert Notes:
A fascinating study in restraint and maturity, peat-forward yet polished, revealing Ardbeg’s complexity when given time to breathe.

Customer Reviews:
“Deeply smoky but incredibly balanced.”
“A more thoughtful, grown-up Ardbeg.”
“Complex, layered, and endlessly rewarding.”

Interesting Fact:
Ardbeg 15 Year Old was originally released in the late 1990s and early 2000s before being discontinued, making its return a highly anticipated moment for collectors and fans.

Serving Suggestions:
Best enjoyed neat to appreciate its layered peat complexity; a few drops of water soften the smoke and reveal chocolate and herbal notes.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1815, Ardbeg is one of Islay’s most iconic distilleries, revered for its intensely peated yet surprisingly nuanced single malts. Celebrated worldwide, Ardbeg continues to push boundaries while remaining fiercely loyal to its smoky heritage.