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- Category Scotch
- Country Scotland
- Region Highland
- Distillery Glengoyne
- Age 18 Year Old
- Style Single Malt Whisky
- Maturation Fist-fill and refill Sherry casks
- Alcohol 43%*
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This could be our favorite Glengoyne, aged to perfection with a gorgeous mouth-feel and Sherried palate.
Originally called “Burnfoot Distillery,” George Connell officially started Glengoyne in 1833 — after the Excise Tax Law of 1823 made it cost effective to do so. The fact that good old George had been hauling full casks of Whisky out of the tree-lined glen since 1820 is purely a coincidence. Anyway, the point is that they have been making Single Malt Whisky here for a long time. Famously, they say the Glengoyne distilling process takes longer than any other in Scotland in order to deliver their unique richness and character.
Previously, one of Glengoyne’s most popular Single Malts was a seventeen year-old. When they revamped their lineup in 2012 the replaced that fine dram with an even better one — Glengoyne 18 Year Old. All that time was spent in a combination of fist-fill and refill Sherry casks. That combination is magical for a Highlander — creating a luxurious mouthfeel and rich, warm palate. It’s a bit less sweet than The Macallan, but has all the Sherried character and complexity.
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- Category Scotch
- Country Scotland
- Region Highland
- Distillery Glengoyne
- Age 18 Year Old
- Style Single Malt Whisky
- Maturation Fist-fill and refill Sherry casks
- Alcohol 43%*
Appearance / Color
Golden Amber
Nose / Aroma / Smell
Candied orange zest greets you immediately on the nose with warm spices and dries stone fruits.
Flavor / Taste / Palate
The mouth-feel is tender and thick with rich notes of custard, marmalade, baking spices, and butterscotch.
Finish
The finish is soft and long with chewy caramels and flan.
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Glengoyne
18 Year Old
Dog Dogson's
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Scotch Whisky is seldom aged in new barrels. Bourbon and Tennessee Whiskey casks are usually used for maturation. In addition to that, Whisky is often matured or finished in various wine casks such as Sherry or Port.
Around 40,000 people visit the Glengoyne Distillery every year.
First-class Whiskies are taxed not only by the state but also by the angels. This refers to the 4% of Whisky that evaporates from the barrels every year, a phenomenon known as the angel’s share.
90% of all Scotch Whiskies sold are Blends.
Can Scotch go bad? Technically, an unopened bottle of Scotch can last forever. Air is the only true evil to Whisky; once the liquid is oxidized it is no longer immortal. After opening, as long as you store your Whisky in a cool, dry place, it will last another 5 years.
Glengoyne emphasizes the importance of the environment and sustainability. They started an action called "Plan Bee," and constructed two beehives at their distillery.
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Dog Dogson's
Smartass corner
Scotch Whisky is seldom aged in new barrels. Bourbon and Tennessee Whiskey casks are usually used for maturation. In addition to that, Whisky is often matured or finished in various wine casks such as Sherry or Port.
Around 40,000 people visit the Glengoyne Distillery every year.
First-class Whiskies are taxed not only by the state but also by the angels. This refers to the 4% of Whisky that evaporates from the barrels every year, a phenomenon known as the angel’s share.
90% of all Scotch Whiskies sold are Blends.
Can Scotch go bad? Technically, an unopened bottle of Scotch can last forever. Air is the only true evil to Whisky; once the liquid is oxidized it is no longer immortal. After opening, as long as you store your Whisky in a cool, dry place, it will last another 5 years.
Glengoyne emphasizes the importance of the environment and sustainability. They started an action called "Plan Bee," and constructed two beehives at their distillery.
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