Highland Single Malt A Tale of Tokyo
⏳ Drinking Window
As a premium single malt Scotch whisky, it is bottled at its peak maturity and does not age further in glass. It is ready to enjoy immediately and will maintain its exceptional quality for many years when stored upright in a cool, dark environment.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Fresh sashimi, glazed pork belly, and artisanal dark chocolate.
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted by Glenmorangie's Director of Whisky Creation, Dr. Bill Lumsden, 'A Tale of Tokyo' is an innovative Highland single malt Scotch whisky inspired by the vibrant contrasts of Japan's capital. This expression is a masterclass in wood management, marrying Glenmorangie aged in traditional Bourbon and Sherry casks with spirit finished in rare, highly sought-after Japanese Mizunara oak. Mizunara trees take up to 200 years to mature and are notoriously difficult for cooperage due to their porous, knotty nature, yet they impart a legendary aromatic profile. The resulting whisky beautifully juxtaposes the distillery's signature heather honey and citrus elegance with exotic notes of sandalwood, incense, sweet ginger, and bitter cherry, capturing the sensory collision of Tokyo's bustling neon streets and serene temple gardens.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1843 by William Matheson on the tranquil shores of the Dornoch Firth near Tain in the Scottish Highlands, Glenmorangie is celebrated globally as a pioneer of Highland single malt Scotch whisky. The distillery is famed for possessing the tallest copper pot stills in Scotland, whose soaring swan necks allow only the lightest and purest vapours to ascend, yielding an exceptionally delicate and floral new-make spirit. Utilizing mineral-rich water from the protected Tarlogie Springs and premium Scottish barley, Glenmorangie has long led the industry in revolutionary wood management and bespoke cask finishing under the stewardship of Moët Hennessy. Their expansive portfolio ranges from the quintessential, citrus-and-vanilla-laden 'The Original' to intricate, chocolate-malt innovations like Signet and highly collectible rare vintage expressions.