Glen Moray 23 years 1996 - 2019 #AM138

Tasting notes by Serge Valentin: 89 points

Always loved the little frog on Asta Morris’ bubbly labels. No, no only as a Frenchman…

Colour: white wine.

Nose: was this made by the Coca-Cola Company? I’m finding quite some Sprite and Fanta (or similar stuff), then barley syrup, then moist sponge cake and gingerbread, with wee whiffs of old books and magazines in the background. It’s really geared towards beer after two minutes or two; no wonder, the bottler here is from Belgium.

Mouth: very good. Cherries, Kriek, malty beer, cakes, caramel, good gravy, pumpernickel, tiny herbs and teas, touches of molasses, marzipan and gingerbread, some lighter fruitcake, banana cake… Fantastic development.

Finish: long, perfectly caramelly (in a good way), on stout and some sweet sauces. Blueberry jam, gingerbread, spicy oak… (some smart flash finishing?)

Comments: absolutely terrific, this little session starts well. Believe me, twenty years ago, no one (except for the manager) would have imagined ‘new’ Glen Moray could become this good. Well done Mr. Asta and Mrs. Morris!

Glen Moray Distillery

Glen Moray Distillery is located on the banks of the River Lossie in Elgin, in the Speyside region of Scotland. Founded in 1897, Glen Moray has a rich history of more than a century in producing high-quality single malt whiskies. The distillery is located on the site of a former brewery, which adds to its historic charm.

A unique feature of Glen Moray is the use of water from the River Lossie, which contributes to the character of their whiskies. Glen Moray whiskies are known for their elegant, smooth and accessible flavour profiles, with notes of vanilla, fruit and light spiciness. The distillery often experiments with different cask types for maturation, notably including ex-bourbon, sherry and wine casks, making for a rich and diverse taste experience.

The combination of an idyllic location, innovative maturation techniques and a dedication to craftsmanship makes Glen Moray a respected name in the world of Scotch whisky.