Glen Elgin 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 801068) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
- Distillery
- Glen Elgin
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 59%
- Age
- 13 years
- Price
- £68.95
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Honey, Malt Extract, Toasted, Vanilla, Fresh Fruit
- Description
- Glen Elgin's 2006 distillate spent 13 years maturing in a single hogshead before Alistair Walker bottled it at cask strength (59% ABV) as part of the Infrequent Flyers series in 2019. This Speyside single malt delivers the distillery's characteristic elegance with subtle orchard fruit and honeyed grain notes. The long maturation in refill wood preserves freshness while adding layers of vanilla and gentle spice. A restrained, well-balanced dram that rewards those seeking quality over volume—ideal for exploring Glen Elgin's understated character.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Glen Elgin 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 801068) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is a 13-year-old single malt from Glen Elgin (Scotland), bottled at 59% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — honey, malt extract, toasted, vanilla. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Glen Elgin's 2006 distillate spent 13 years maturing in a single hogshead before Alistair Walker bottled it at cask strength (59% ABV) as part of the Infrequent Flyers series in 2019. This Speyside single malt delivers the distillery's characteristic elegance with subtle orchard fruit and honeyed grain notes. The long maturation in refill wood preserves freshness while adding layers of vanilla and gentle spice. A restrained, well-balanced dram that rewards those seeking quality over volume—ideal for exploring Glen Elgin's understated character.
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