Joe_C
Glen Garioch Virgin Oak
Single Malt — Highlands, Scotland
Reviewed
April 19, 2017 (edited June 11, 2019)
Despite being a NAS, this expression is actually more pleasant than the 12, and the 48% ABV really allows the full aromatic profile of this whisky to please the palate. While the use of virgin oak casks is similar to bourbon, the difference in taste couldn't be more pronounced: cinnamon, apricots, mint, and barley. The finish is particularly rich and satisfying, lingering in your mouth for minutes on end. Delicious!
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I have just returned traveling Scotland for one week, and one of the whiskies I bought was Glen Garioch 15yr Sherry Cask. Although not yet listed at Distiller, it got excellent reviews on other pages. I am looking forward to give it a try!
I've only had this one and the 12 and like Scott it's a difficult distillery to come across in my end of the woods, but I'm definitely going to be looking for other expressions to try
Glen Garioch, in my opinion, produces well crafted whisky. I wish it was more accessible, at least in my area.
Have you had the GG Founder's Reserve? That's my only touchpoint for them (and I enjoyed it), but I'll have to keep an eye out for this one now.