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Ardbeg 14 Year Old Anthology A Unicorns Tale - Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Islay | 70CL/46%
£124.99 €151.24 $158.75
£104.16 €126.03 $132.29 Ex Vat
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About Ardbeg 14 Year Old Anthology A Unicorns Tale - Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Anthology is a series of limited releases over the next 2 years, comprising unique Ardbeg expressions released in increasing age from 13YO to 15YO. The “Anthology” will tell a story of three rare and strange liquids: experimental maturations in which Dr. Bill crossed classic Ardbeg smoke with sweeter, more delicate notes. The result: a merging of cask ‘species’, creating entirely new Ardbeg creatures. Three parcels of teenage stock have been selected. Each contains a cask maturation which is unique vs. any previous Ardbeg batch release.

The unicorn’s tale is the second edition in the series, following on from the success of the first Anthology release, Harpy’s Tale.

UNICORNS TALE

On a dark night after a fête at the Distillery, the clip-clop of hooves was heard echoing around the yard. Those less swayed by mythical tales will tell you it was Rory, the Distillery’s greedy Shetland Pony – known for his ill-temper and devilishly sweet tooth. Others believe something else was afoot…
Distillery workers ventured outside to investigate. Rounding the corner, they witnessed a horse-like creature rearing up against a full moon. A horn protruding from its head, it cut a chilling silhouette. The next day, rumours swirled about a sighting of Scotland’s national animal… a Unicorn.
Now of course, questions about a raided ice cream truck, Rory’s unlatched gate, and a strangely wafery-looking horn were levelled at the workers. But they know what they saw! Sure, a greedy-guts pony is plausible, but Islay is a mysterious place…
Whisky matured in a marriage of aromatic Madeira casks and classic Ardbeg ex-bourbon casks, this rare 14 year old malt has been bottled in tribute to the fabled Islay Unicorn. This legendary edition is the second in the Ardbeg Anthology Collection. Like the myth itself, this spirit may appear sweet in nature, but it hides a smoky twist not to be underestimated.

Colour: Pure gold

Aroma: Rich, sweet, aromatic and fruity, baked banana bread and syrupy sponge pudding fill the senses. Notes of treacle trot into a distinctive whiff of burning cedarwood. A splash of water releases a bounty of tropical fruits. Eucalyptus oil mingles with and soft, aromatic smoke.

Taste: Zesty notes of lime and sweet peaches canter across the palate. A burst of rich smoked fruit and baked bread prance into antiseptic lozenges, creosote, and aniseed. Soft barley malt combines with nutmeg and peat smoke. 

Finish:The influence of these rare Madeira casks is undeniable. A whimsically smoky finish welcomes a long and lingering aftertaste of menthol, clove, wood smoke and camphor.

Tasting notes courtesy of Ardbeg Distillery.

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