Glen Garioch 1968 / 36 Year Old / Rum Cask Finish / Old & Rare Platinum Highland Whisky
- Distillery
- Glen Garioch
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £1750
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Old Wood, Tobacco, Leathery, Dried Fruit
- Description
- Distilled in 1968 before Glen Garioch's closure and sale to Morrison, this 36-year-old was aged primarily in traditional casks before a six-month rum cask finish added tropical warmth to the Highland character. Bottled at natural cask strength of 55.9%, the rum finishing introduces notes of caramel and vanilla against the distillery's characteristic spice and orchard fruit. A rare 2004 release from Douglas Laing capturing a pivotal moment in the distillery's history.
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Glen Garioch 1968 / 36 Year Old / Rum Cask Finish / Old & Rare Platinum Highland Whisky is a from Glen Garioch (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, old wood, tobacco, leathery. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Distilled in 1968 before Glen Garioch's closure and sale to Morrison, this 36-year-old was aged primarily in traditional casks before a six-month rum cask finish added tropical warmth to the Highland character. Bottled at natural cask strength of 55.9%, the rum finishing introduces notes of caramel and vanilla against the distillery's characteristic spice and orchard fruit. A rare 2004 release from Douglas Laing capturing a pivotal moment in the distillery's history.
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