Detailed Description
A 2008 Glenallachie single malt, matured in a single Port pipe and bottled in August 2020 after 12 years. Aromas of honey, treacle, red grapes, cinnamon and dark chocolate, complemented by notes of heather honey, vanilla, cinnamon, mocha and dried fruit throughout the palate.
Glenallachie 2008 12 Year Old Ruby Port Pipe Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 700ML Tasting Notes
Nose: Aromas of honey, treacle, red grapes, cinnamon and dark chocolate.
Palate: There is a much greater presence of peat in the taste than the nose suggests. The smokiness quickly hits the palate and then tapers off.
Finish: Very smooth and flavorful.
Distillery Information
Glenallachie is a malt whisky distillery on Speyside at Aberlour founded in 1967. It has mainly produced whisky for blends. Under Chivas ownership it released 2 official bottlings at cask strength, one of 16 and one of 18 years old. A new core range of 10, 12, 18 and 25 year old whisky was released in 2018 under the new ownership, as well as additional single cask releases.
