Glenglassaugh Distillery recently announced the limited release of its 46-Year-Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky, available exclusively in the U.S.
The single malt distilled in 1975 is one of the oldest and rarest expressions from the hidden Highland gem, which lay silent for over two decades before its reawakening in 2008.
The whisky has been matured for 46 years in a single bourbon cask hand-selected by Master Blender Rachel Barrie (known for her work on Benriach and GlenDronach). Each bottle has been individually hand-numbered to reflect its rarity and sealed with wax. Inspired by the distillery’s coastal location on the white sandy beach of Sandend Bay on the Highland coast of Scotland, Glenglassaugh 46 is a whisky shaped by land and sea.
“It’s impossible to separate Glenglassaugh the whisky from Glenglassaugh the place,” said Master Blender Rachel Barrie. “The lush sweetness of this coastal single malt is a complete distillation of its natural surroundings. Its whole essence is created by both the visible and invisible influences of land, sea, air and spring water.”
“It has been a privilege to craft this prestigious expression and contribute to the legacy of the historic distillery,” she added. “On the nose, luscious mango, plum, cherry and black currant unite with polished oak, and red grape to bring a seductive aroma of ambergris, while the palate presents an exquisite overture of the rolling coastal waves of tropical fruit, cherry, black currant and mango on a breeze of cooling menthol and grapefruit.”
Since opening in 1875, Glenglaussaugh has cemented its position as one of the most historic and award-winning Scottish distilleries, producing a wide range of exceptionally-crafted, single cask Scotch whiskies. The limited release further illustrates the distillery’s commitment to crafting prestigious and storied expressions inspired by the coastal surroundings.
Glenglassaugh 46 is avaialble at select retail locations in the U.S. for $4,800.
