Highland Single Malt The Infinita 18YO
⏳ Drinking Window
As a distilled spirit, this single malt does not mature further in the bottle. It is released at its peak of complexity and can be enjoyed immediately or cellared upright indefinitely under stable conditions.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Pairs beautifully with rich dark chocolate desserts, artisanal blue cheeses, or slow-roasted duck breast.
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the legendary Glenmorangie Distillery in Tain, Ross-shire, 'The Infinita' 18 Year Old is a masterpiece of Highland single malt Scotch whisky. Glenmorangie is renowned for possessing the tallest copper pot stills in Scotland—standing at the height of an adult giraffe—which ensures only the lightest, purest vapors ascend to condense, resulting in an exceptionally elegant spirit. This expression undergoes a meticulous dual-maturation process: it spends its first 15 years in American white oak ex-bourbon casks, after which approximately 30% of the liquid is transferred into Spanish Oloroso sherry casks for an additional three years of aging. Once both portions reach 18 years, they are reunited to create a silky, complex whisky boasting notes of caramelized citrus, honey, dried fruits, and delicate floral jasmine. It represents a liquid legacy of patience and craftsmanship in the rugged Scottish Highlands.
🍾 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.