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| Hi, this is one of our (almost) daily tastings. Santé! |
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April 4, 2025 |
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A solitary wee Glenmorangie |
Solitary because, we’ll admit it: we haven’t got any other Glenmorangie left in the stash that we haven’t already tasted. Or rather, we probably do have quite a few, but under different names — you know, ‘Secret Highland’ types and that sort of thing. No, no Westport either. That said, this recent Glenmo is probably quite emblematic of the times we’re living in… |
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Glenmorangie 12 yo ‘The Original’ (40%, OB, bourbon casks, 1l, +/-2025) 
There used to be the modest but likeable 10 year old ‘The Original’, which we last tried in 2023 (WF 81) but it’s since been replaced by this 12 year old, the house having added two extra years of maturation. A refreshing change from the recent global trend of reducing ages by heading toward NAS territory, you know whisky's way of doing shrinkflation. Colour: gold. Nose: the 40% do make themselves felt, or rather not felt, if you see what I mean, but the American oak casks do lend their usual creamy and vanilla-forward touch, alongside ripe apples, banana, soft oak (with a whisper of fresh sawdust), and a fairly prominent note of Earl Grey tea. Also some fresh barley, which makes the whole thing rather pleasant. Mouth: we find the nose again on the palate, though it leans a little more towards oranges this time, and thus a little less towards the rest. A hint of bitterness follows, then green tea, a touch of ginseng and a suggestion of peach skin. It’s light but not weak. Finish: a little short, yet once again, fair enough. Green tea with a drop of honey and a discreet grassy side. Comments: I quite like this charming little dram, nicely put together.
SGP:441 - 82 points. |
So, for once, that’s all for today. |
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