Glen Moray 16 Years Original Collection – Cadenhead 46%

This Glen Moray 16 Years from the Original Collection is a bottling by renowned independent bottler Cadenhead, offering a refined take on this Speyside distillery. Known for its elegant, fruity profile, this expression shows how beautifully Glen Moray can age. Matured for 16 years and bottled at 46% without chill filtration or colouring, its natural character shines through. A whisky that pairs understated class with depth – typically Speyside, but with added personality.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Gentle aromas of yellow apple, peach, vanilla and marzipan. Light floral notes and a hint of almond and oak in the background.

Palate

Rounded and balanced with flavours of honey, butter biscuits, ripe pear and a touch of white chocolate. Subtle spiciness from cinnamon and nutmeg adds depth.

Finish

Medium in length with a soft, slightly dry finish of toasted oak, apple compote and a touch of citrus zest.

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.

Cadenhead

Cadenhead, known in full as William Cadenhead Ltd, is the world's oldest independent bottler of Scotch whisky. Founded in 1842 in Aberdeen, Scotland, the company is known for its high-quality, authentic whiskies and other spirits. Cadenhead has a long and rich history and enjoys worldwide esteem among whisky lovers and collectors.

History

Cadenhead was founded in 1842 by George Duncan, but soon William Cadenhead, Duncan's brother-in-law, took over the company. Under his leadership, the company grew into a respected name in the whisky trade. Initially known as a wine and spirits merchant, Cadenhead soon developed into a leading bottler of Scotch whisky. In 1972, the company was sold to J. & A. Mitchell & Co. Ltd, the parent company of Springbank Distillery in Campbeltown. This marked a new phase in Cadenhead's history, integrating the company with one of Scotland's best-known distilleries.