Single Malt Barrel 'Full Cask' No 7358
⏳ Drinking Window
Highland single malts of this quality are highly stable and can be enjoyed immediately upon release or kept indefinitely when stored properly.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Blue cheese, dark chocolate, roasted game
✨ Technical Specifications
Nestled in the fertile Garioch valley of Aberdeenshire, historically known as the 'Granary of Aberdeenshire' for its exceptional barley, Glen Garioch is one of Scotland's oldest distilleries. This single barrel 'Full Cask' expression represents the pinnacle of Highland craftsmanship, showcasing the distillery's signature robust and malt-forward character. Traditionally crafted using local water and direct-fired copper pot stills, the spirit undergoes a slow maturation in a single selected oak cask. This patient aging process allows the whisky to absorb the deep, complex nuances of the wood, resulting in a rich profile of heather honey, warm baking spices, toasted oak, and ripe orchard fruits, reflecting the unique microclimate of the Eastern Highlands.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1797 by Thomas Simpson in the historic market town of Oldmeldrum, Glen Garioch is one of the oldest operational distilleries in Scotland. Situated in the fertile Valley of the Garioch in Aberdeenshire, historically celebrated as the Granary of Scotland, the distillery leverages premium local barley and pure natural spring water. Now operating under the stewardship of Beam Suntory, the distillery maintains a steadfast dedication to traditional, small-batch craftsmanship that highlights malt purity and robust character. Glen Garioch is acclaimed for producing full-bodied Highland single malt whiskies marked by rich layers of heather honey, fresh orchard fruits, warm spices, and complex oak maturation.