Name: Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto
Brand: Glenmorangie
Price: 964.50 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto taste like?

Accepted Answer

Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto is characterised by Fresh Fruit, Fragant, Honey, Malt Extract notes. A 23-year-old Highland single malt from Glenmorangie, aged in ex-bourbon casks and selected by whisky creator Dr Bill Lumsden for its floral and citrus characteristics—jasmine, lemon balsam, and orchard notes. The extended maturation builds complexity while maintaining the distillery's signature elegance and soft spice. Best enjoyed neat or with minimal water to appreciate the intricate botanical influences that inspired this limited collaboration.

Question 2

Is Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto sweet?

Accepted Answer

Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto has some sweetness (49/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto is approachable and a great starting point. Its Fresh Fruit, Fragant, Honey character makes it accessible at 46% ABV.

Question 5

Is Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto costs £964.5 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto is enjoyable neat at 46% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto?

Accepted Answer

Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto?

Accepted Answer

Serve Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto similar to Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto and Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 share a similar flavour profile (Honey) and are in a similar price range. Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 costs £999 vs £964.5 for Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto.

Question 11

Is Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto similar to Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto and Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras share a similar flavour profile (Honey) and are in a similar price range. Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras costs £899 vs £964.5 for Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto.

Question 12

How does Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto compare to Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto and Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto is complex and layered, while Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Old Wood, Leathery notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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