Glen Grant 1953 / 48 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Private Collection / G&M Speyside Whisky
- Distillery
- Glen Grant
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £3750
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Dried Fruit, Nutty, Old Wood, Honey
- Description
- A 1953 vintage from Gordon & MacPhail's Private Collection, this Glen Grant spent 48 years developing in two ex-sherry casks before bottling in 2001. Sherry influence runs deep with notes of raisins, cassis and hazelnut liqueur, creating richness and opulence rarely found in modern whiskies. At 45% ABV, it maintains elegance despite its age and intensity. A collector's piece for those pursuing historic Speyside character and provenance.
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Glen Grant 1953 / 48 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Private Collection / G&M Speyside Whisky
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✦ Neatly Summary
Glen Grant 1953 / 48 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Private Collection / G&M Speyside Whisky is a from Glen Grant (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, dried fruit, nutty, old wood. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
A 1953 vintage from Gordon & MacPhail's Private Collection, this Glen Grant spent 48 years developing in two ex-sherry casks before bottling in 2001. Sherry influence runs deep with notes of raisins, cassis and hazelnut liqueur, creating richness and opulence rarely found in modern whiskies. At 45% ABV, it maintains elegance despite its age and intensity. A collector's piece for those pursuing historic Speyside character and provenance.
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