Glenallachie 8 Year Old Scottish Virgin Oak Batch 3
Prix régulier $125.00
A rare single malt which underwent additional maturation in casks made of Scottish Sessile Oak (Quercus Petraea), sourced from the Atlantic coast. Scottish oak is incredibly challenging to work with at all stages of production: growing, milling and coopering. Its rarity, costliness and tendency to knot mean it is scarcely used for whisky maturation. Before being filled, the wood was air dried for 36 months, then toasted and charred to a medium level. Despite presenting difficulties, this desirable oak imparts luxurious notes of blonde chocolate, with hints of zesty orange and smooth toffee to offer a truly unique drinking experience.
Nose: Heather honey with vanilla and orange zest. Hints of toffee apples.
Palate: Alternates between sweetness and spice on the palate. Vanillans and then white pepper. Apple notes carry through from the nose.
Finish: Medium-long with the toffee and spice reintroducing themselves.
