Glen Elgin 13 Years 2011 – 2025 Adelphi Selection Cask #802728

Glen Elgin is a distillery known for its elegant and fruity Speyside character, and this 13-year-old release from the prestigious Adelphi Selection highlights that beautifully. Matured in a refill Oloroso sherry hogshead, this single malt is a refined expression where distillate and wood are in perfect harmony. Only 255 bottles were produced, making it a rare and rewarding dram for connoisseurs.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh aromas of peach, stewed apple, and orange marmalade, supported by subtle hints of toasted nuts, baking spice, and almond sponge cake.

Palate

Gentle and fruity with flavours of pear drops, honey, and apricot compote. The sherry influence then emerges with soft hazelnut, light oak, and a touch of white pepper for complexity.

Finish

Medium in length and delicately warming. The soft sherry sweetness lingers with hints of dried apple and a whisper of vanilla, leaving a polished and satisfying aftertaste.

Glen Elgin Distillery

Glen Elgin Distillery is located in the Speyside region of Scotland, near the town of Elgin in Moray. Founded in 1898 by William Simpson and James Carle, the distillery has a rich history that has witnessed several ownership transitions and modernisations. Despite initial financial difficulties, Glen Elgin became an established name in the whisky world.

A unique feature of Glen Elgin is its use of a slow distillation process, which helps create a smooth and complex spirit. The distillery uses water from the Millbuies Springs, which provides a pure base for their whiskies. Glen Elgin whiskies are known for their fruity and floral flavour profiles, with notes of honey, vanilla, orchard fruit and a subtle hint of spice.

The whiskies are mainly matured in ex-bourbon casks, which ensures a balanced and refined flavour. Glen Elgin produces both single malts and whisky for blends, and their products are appreciated worldwide for their quality and complexity. The combination of a beautiful location, traditional techniques and high-quality production makes Glen Elgin a respected name in the world of Scotch whisky.