Glen Garioch 36 Year Old 1968 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing)
- Distillery
- Glen Garioch
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 55.9%
- Age
- 36 years
- Price
- £1495
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Sherried, Tobacco, Dried Fruit, Oily
- Description
- 36 years of aging and 55.9% ABV put Glen Garioch firmly in the 'Old Wood' and 'Oily' category. For £1495, it's either a relic of its time or just expensive wood juice.
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Glen Garioch 36 Year Old 1968 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing) is a 36-year-old single malt from Glen Garioch (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 55.9% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — old wood, sherried, tobacco, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
36 years of aging and 55.9% ABV put Glen Garioch firmly in the 'Old Wood' and 'Oily' category. For £1495, it's either a relic of its time or just expensive wood juice.
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