Experience the rare Glen Garioch 2013 Single Cask #850, a 15-year old Highland Single Malt matured in North American Oak. Bottled at cask strength and non-chill filtered, this limited edition release offers unparalleled depth and flavor. A true collector's gem, hand-selected by K&L Wines for exceptional quality.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Given its Scotch origin and maturation in North American Oak, expect a complex nose. Initial impressions would likely feature sweet vanilla and caramel, characteristic of American oak. This is often followed by orchard fruits like baked apples and ripe pears, perhaps a hint of citrus peel, interwoven with a malty backbone. Due to its age and cask strength, deeper notes of honey, toasted nuts, and a subtle undercurrent of spicy oak – maybe white pepper or delicate cinnamon – would emerge. There might even be a faint whisper of heather or earthy malt that hints at its Highland provenance, though the American oak would dominate.

Palate: The cask strength (55% ABV) would ensure a full-bodied and robust palate. The initial impact would be a warm, mouth-filling sweetness, with prominent vanilla, butterscotch, and perhaps even a touch of maple syrup from the North American oak. This would quickly evolve into a rich fruitiness, with dried apricots, dates, and possibly a bright, zesty orange. Mid-palate, look for notes of toasted almond or hazelnut, alongside a creamy texture. The spice from the oak would become more pronounced, offering a pleasant warmth – think ginger, clove, or even a very subtle hint of nutmeg – balancing the sweetness beautifully. The non chill-filtered nature would further contribute to a richer, more textural experience.

Finish: A long, lingering, and satisfying finish. The sweetness would gradually recede, giving way to persistent oak spice and a gentle, dry warmth. Notes of dark chocolate or coffee might emerge, intertwined with a faint echo of the fruit from the palate. The malty character of the Scotch would present itself in the dying embers, leaving a clean, yet complex impression with a whisper of smoke or earthy spice that is typical of Glen Garioch's character.

About the Distillery

Glen Garioch is one of Scotland's oldest distilleries, established in 1797 in Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire. Known for its rich, full-bodied Highland single malts, Garioch previously produced peated whisky but has shifted to unpeated styles, maintaining a reputation for robust and characterful whiskies that are often sought after for their traditional craftsmanship.