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Glenmorangie Malaga Cask Finish 12 Year
Single Malt — Highlands, Scotland
Reviewed
July 15, 2023 (edited September 2, 2023)
Glenmorangie was one of the first single malts I ever had. It’s generally an entry point to single malt introduction, along with Balvenie or Glenfiddich. I’ve not had a Glenmo in ages, and for some reason, was in the mood for a simple down to earth non-peated single malt. This pour is courtesy of @Bourbon_Obsessed_Lexington
This is nice. There’s an oiliness and fullness that I wasn’t expecting. And considering Malaga is a sweet wine, this really isn’t all that sweet. Fruit and oak are jousting for the limelight, neither taking the stage, Glenmo honey is there, but well balanced by some blackberry, peaches, and apricot. All wrapped in a graham cracker crust.
This is a nice simple sipper. I’d gladly have a bottle on hand, and offer it to folks that are accustomed generally to bourbon. Don’t expect to be challenged or looking for life altering sips, it’s just a nice summer sipper at a good value and age statement. Thanks @Bourbon_Obsessed_Lexington for the pour!
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@Bourbon_Obsessed_Lexington @shatteredarm @Ctrexman if you get a chance , try the Glenmo Signet. One of the best Glenmos I’ve had.
I’ve sadly not explored most of the Glenmo line and fall back on Glendronach when I want whiskey for desert, however this will likely be replaced by a Quinta Ruban
I didn't have Glenmo until a few years in, and most of their stuff just strikes me as solid unassuming malts with no major flaws for a reasonable price.
Yeah the 10 was my first scotch think a lot of people cut their scotch teeth on Glenmo single malt