For some reason this was one of the samples I was looking forward to the most. I haven’t tasted many Glenglassaughs, but the ones I tried were terrific! The colour of this dram was very dark, almost coffee like. Usually I don’t pay much mind to the colour since it has led me astray previously.

Nose:
Very heavy sherry with lots of wood. Quite spicy on the wood front as well. It also has some dried fruits and bacon on the background. Those come a bit more forward as time goes by, they’re shy I guess.

Taste:
At first I was surprised by how light this dram tastes, but it starts building up gradually to a very heavily wooded sherry palate. Also pepper and red cinnamon. The fruit is somewhat less present that I expected.

Finish:
The finish becomes quite gentle after the initial burst of flavour. Roasted nuts with dried fruits and wood. Not too long, but very good nonetheless!

I think I have to call some samples back to taste more of this! Or maybe just buy a bottle in February, if they’re still available then. I for some reason was very curious for this one but also a bit terrified since some of the incredibly sherried drams are just a bit over the top for me. This one wasn’t. I loved every drop of it! Quite complex and almost in a Japanese style, like some older Karuizawas!

You might want to check out this review too! Its a bit more specific on all fronts, actually. Contrary to Ruben, I am a fan of the musty meaty notes at first!

Glenglassaugh 1984-2009, Malts of Scotland, 54.7%, cask # 186. No longer available.