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

• Nose: Oily peat, lemon peel, smoked herbs, and crème brûlée

• Palate: Rich and smooth with notes of dried apricot, tar, eucalyptus, and sweet peat

• Finish: Long and warming, with lingering smoke, spice, and Sauternes sweetness

Product Details

• Volume: 750ml

• ABV: 46%

• Age Statement: 13 Years

• Maturation: Ex-bourbon barrels & Sauternes wine casks

• Region: Islay, Scotland

• Chill-Filtered: No

• Series: Ardbeg Anthology – The Harpy’s Tale

Why It Stands Out

• First Ardbeg to finish in Sauternes wine casks

• Limited-release, non-chill filtered for full flavor and texture

• Complex balance of peat smoke and rich dessert wine influence

• A must-have for collectors and adventurous Islay whisky fans

Serving Suggestions

• Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water

• Ideal for after-dinner sipping or paired with dark chocolate or blue cheese

• Serve in a Glencairn glass to experience its full aromatic range