1998 BB&R Glen Grant Cask Ref. 13214 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Wh...

Glen Grant is one of Speyside’s stalwarts, consistently producing outstanding whiskies in it’s own subtle, understated way, this old sherry butt is a perfect example.  The harmonious nose is a masterclass in maturation over wood-seasoning showing well developed distillate character; bruised apples, hessian, orange zest and aged desert wine.

This theme drifts onto the palate with the oak very gently guiding more soft fruit notes over the palate.  There’s a hint of wood smoke on the palate along with a little more fresh fruit. A great example of classy old distillate left to mature in a wonderfully inactive cask, turns out wood doesn’t always make the whisky.

Rob Whitehead, Spirits Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd