Glenglassaugh 32 Year Old 1979 Cask 1545 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
- Distillery
- Glenglassaugh
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43.7%
- Age
- 32 years
- Price
- £122.76
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Sherried, Dried Fruit, Leathery, Tobacco
- Description
- Glenglassaugh's 32-year journey from cask 1545, distilled in 1979 and bottled at natural cask strength by Signatory, delivers Highland whisky matured to profound complexity. The extended ageing has concentrated flavours into a rich tapestry of dried fruit, polished oak, and warming spice, while cask strength amplifies texture and intensity. The finish is substantial and lingering, with oak and fruit notes unfolding across the palate. A serious collector's release for those seeking old Highland whisky with the character that only time and single-cask maturation provide.
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Glenglassaugh 32 Year Old 1979 Cask 1545 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is a 32-year-old single malt from Glenglassaugh (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 43.7% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — old wood, sherried, dried fruit, leathery. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Glenglassaugh's 32-year journey from cask 1545, distilled in 1979 and bottled at natural cask strength by Signatory, delivers Highland whisky matured to profound complexity. The extended ageing has concentrated flavours into a rich tapestry of dried fruit, polished oak, and warming spice, while cask strength amplifies texture and intensity. The finish is substantial and lingering, with oak and fruit notes unfolding across the palate. A serious collector's release for those seeking old Highland whisky with the character that only time and single-cask maturation provide.
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