Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800400 & 800401) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
- Distillery
- Glen Elgin
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 9 years
- Price
- £44.95
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Honey, Malt Extract, Fresh Fruit, Toasted
- Description
- Casks 800400 & 800401 controlled by Chieftain's, this Glen Elgin 9 Year Old brings a layer of 'Vanilla' and 'Honey' to the table. Sitting at an approachable 46.0% ABV, it might just surprise enthusiasts preferring Malt Extract notes. At £44.95, you might wonder if it's a steal or merely an experiment.
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Glen Elgin 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800400 & 800401) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) is a 9-year-old single malt from Glen Elgin (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — vanilla, honey, malt extract, fresh fruit. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. Good value for the quality offered.
Casks 800400 & 800401 controlled by Chieftain's, this Glen Elgin 9 Year Old brings a layer of 'Vanilla' and 'Honey' to the table. Sitting at an approachable 46.0% ABV, it might just surprise enthusiasts preferring Malt Extract notes. At £44.95, you might wonder if it's a steal or merely an experiment.
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