Glen Garioch 12 Year

This full-bodied Scotch from Glen Garioch (pronounced 'Glen Geery') presents a complexity of flavours that made sipping lengthy, enjoyable and worth savouring. Observe the slow, trickling legs along the walls of your glass and expect a long finish with a flavour profile that continuously evolves on your palate. Given the number of years its been aged and the cost of a bottle, I'd argue that this underrated single malt makes fantastic value. There is much to be discovered from this old, quiet easterly distillery located in Oldmeldrum, Scotland and I'm hoping to explore more of what they have to offer. This was a very impressive first impression to say the least! NOSE: Smoke, light peat, salted caramel, dried cherries, almond, marzipan, oak, sweetened chestnut purée PALATE: Smoke, salt, Heather, poached pears, caramel, Sherry, malt, subtle licorice FINISH: Light peat, salt, caramelized pears, malt, light oak, green tea leaves Rating: 87/100 Grade: B+ Great - always want to have a bottle.

Attractive bottle and label. A pleasant golden orange. Oily and leggy. Sharp orange rind, grain, and lactose define the nose. Spiced and strong. Tart and tangy. Creamy. Grainy. Simple sweetness that blends seamlessly into a zesty citrus and floral notes. Vanilla. Pear. Salt. Ginger. The elevated proof keeps the palate on edge and extends the finish well beyond many peers. A well-executed balance of casks keep the sherry profile clear but in moderation. Really just an elegantly-made sherried Highland whisky that remains crisp, bold, and clean in presentation. I have very much enjoyed this bottle and would recommend to others although I usually see it >$55 which isn’t quite as good value.

A nose of honey, tea and wet grass. Wildflowers and oats. The arrival is salty and fruity with crystallised ginger, and grapefruit and liquorice appear in the development along with dark fruits. The finish is long, dry and spicy. A decent dram, nicely presented at 48% which is the perfect strength to let this spirit shine.