Highland Single Malt 1797 Founders Reserve
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As a distilled spirit, this whisky does not mature further in the bottle and is ready to enjoy immediately. Once opened, it is best consumed within 1 to 2 years to preserve its vibrant aromatic profile.
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blue cheese, dark chocolate, roasted pork belly
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Named in honor of the Manson brothers who established the distillery in 1797, Glen Garioch Founder's Reserve is a celebration of the historic Garioch region in Aberdeenshire, historically referred to as the 'Granary of Aberdeenshire' due to its exceptionally fertile barley-growing lands. This Highland single malt is crafted using traditional methods, utilizing the local water source from the Silent Spring. Aged primarily in first-fill North American oak bourbon casks, it showcases the distillery's signature robust, honeyed, and malt-forward character. The absence of chill-filtration preserves its natural oils and complex textures, delivering a spirit rich with notes of sweet vanilla, butterscotch, green apple, and a warm, citrusy spice.
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Established in 1797 by John and Alexander Manson, Glen Garioch is one of Scotland's oldest operating distilleries, located in the historic market town of Oldmeldrum in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Now owned by Beam Suntory, the distillery is celebrated for its heritage and its recent return to traditional floor maltings and direct-fired heating for its copper pot stills. Glen Garioch is renowned for producing a robust, non-chill-filtered Highland single malt whisky, characterized by a rich, honeyed, and malt-forward profile with hints of heather, sweet spices, and, in its historic expressions, a delicate touch of peat smoke. Address: Distillery Road, AB51 0ES Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom. Website: https://www.glengarioch.com