Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (48.1%)

Distillery
Glen Elgin
Region
Speyside
Country
Scotland
Type
Single Malt
ABV
48.1%
Age
9 years
Price
£48.95
Community rating
5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
Tasting notes
Vanilla, Cooked Fruit, Malt Extract, Honey
Description
Glen Elgin's 9-year-old single malt, independently bottled by That Boutique-y Whisky Company as the third batch from this Speyside distillery, delivers the straightforward character of a young malt matured primarily in ex-bourbon casks. Vanilla and cooked fruit notes dominate the palate—ripe orchard fruits and caramel against a backdrop of gentle oak—with a clean, manageable spirit structure. The expression is approachable and fruit-forward, lacking the complexity of older Glen Elgin bottlings but offering contemporary character at natural strength. Ideal for those discovering Glen Elgin or seeking lighter Speyside examples with broad appeal.

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ABV

48.1%

Age

9 yr

Style

Single

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Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (48.1%) is a 9-year-old single malt from Glen Elgin (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 48.1% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and delicately floral character — vanilla, cooked fruit, malt extract, honey. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. Good value for the quality offered.

Glen Elgin's 9-year-old single malt, independently bottled by That Boutique-y Whisky Company as the third batch from this Speyside distillery, delivers the straightforward character of a young malt matured primarily in ex-bourbon casks. Vanilla and cooked fruit notes dominate the palate—ripe orchard fruits and caramel against a backdrop of gentle oak—with a clean, manageable spirit structure. The expression is approachable and fruit-forward, lacking the complexity of older Glen Elgin bottlings but offering contemporary character at natural strength. Ideal for those discovering Glen Elgin or seeking lighter Speyside examples with broad appeal.

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