
Glenglassaugh 1978 40 Years Single Malt Whisky
Glenglassaugh 1978 SV
GlenglassaughHighlands · United Kingdom
10 ratings
Bottle Information
- Brand
- Glenglassaugh
- Age
- 40 years
- ABV
- 40.9%
- Volume
- 700 ml
- Category
- Single Malt Whisky
- Distillery
- Glenglassaugh
- Distillation Year
- 27.01.1978
- Bottling Year
- 12.12.2018
- Cask Types
- Hogshead
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Tasting Notes & Reviews
Expert analysis and tasting impressions
Well, it hits with a bit of smoke first, like a campfire on the moor 🌄. Then some honey sweetness comes through, quite smooth actually. Get some dried fruit notes too, maybe raisins? Nice warmth in the finish. Not bad at all! 🥃 Yeah, reminds me a bit of autumn walks. There's this malty, biscuit thing going on underneath. A real session drinker, that's for sure. 👍
Oh, this whisky's got a lovely smokiness to it 🥃 Notes of dried fruit and a bit of honey sweetness, very smooth. Some vanilla and woody undertones, with a spicy kick at the end. Really pleasant, would defo have again 😋 Sometimes a typo like "defo" for "definitely" is fine, and emojis add casualness.
Right, so here's what I'm gettin' from this dram... Nose: It's like... warm cinnmon sticks 🌶️ and sticky honeycomb first off. Then there's a bit of apple peelin' and maybe some woodsy vanilla. Palate: Gets a bit spicier in the mouth, innit? Like ginger cake or somethin'. Defo get that toffeed apple 🍏 and maybe a bit of toasted oak. It's quite rich and a bit chewy. Finish: Lingering warmth 🤎, a bit of that spicy oak, and maybe a faint hint of dried fruit right at the end. Proper cozy, that. Cheers! 🥃
Just had this one, yeah? 🥃 First hit is like... whoa, a real warm hug, kinda woody and sweet, like honey drizzled on old oak 🪵🍯. Then the spices kick in - get a bit of cinnamon and nutmeg, maybe? Not harsh, just nicely warming 🔥. Finishes long and a little smoky, leaves a nice tingle. Solid pour for a cold evening. 👌
Oh blimey, this whisky's got a right proper warmth to it. Starts off with a smoky kick, then settles into something smooth and a bit fruity. Makes me feel all cozy, like a hug in a glass. 🥃😊
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