The Singleton of Glen Ord 39 Year Old - 46.2% 70cl

A 39 Year Old single malt from The Singleton of Glen Ord.

Aged in a blend of casks, including port, Pexro Ximenez and Oloroso, finished off in Bordeaux barrels.

The casks selection makes for a super-indulgent single malt!

Only a limited amount of 1,695 bottles have been released at 46.2% ABV.

Nose: The nose-feel is mellow, and the aroma is profoundly complex. Mild at first and vinous, with fruity top notes suggesting a rich fruit cake with wine-soaked raisins, candied orange peel and toasted almonds. Later, some butterscotch emerges, with a slightly burnt edge to the cake. 

Palate: At natural strength, light yet creamy-smooth; a very slightly waxy texture and a mouth-watering, sweet start with a notably fruity clove-studded spiciness. Then gently drying, with more spice towards the end yielding a light peppery warmth. Richly flavoured and perfectly balanced, it drinks well neat.

Finish: Very long, fruity, and warming, with a lingering spicy warmth and a hint of salted plums in the aftertaste. The latter is increased by a drop of water, when the whole aftertaste becomes unusually menthol-cool, with perhaps a suggestion of cherry liqueur chocolates.