| Weight: | 4.845 kg |
|---|---|
| Alcohol volume: | 40.1% |
| Country of origin: | United Kingdom |
| Volume: | 0.7 l |
| Producer: | Glenglassaugh Distillery Ltd. |
| Mark: | Glenglassaugh |
Glenglassaugh 50YO is an exceptionally rare Highland single malt whiskey that represents one of this distillery’s oldest and most extraordinary creations. This 50-year-old edition was produced in a limited run of just 264 bottles and captivates not o ...
Glenglassaugh 50YO is an exceptionally rare Highland single malt whiskey that represents one of this distillery’s oldest and most extraordinary creations. This 50-year-old edition was produced in a limited run of just 264 bottles and captivates not only with its age, but also with its deep complexity, elegance, and striking coastal character. This is a whisky for true connoisseurs, collectors, and special occasions.
Production:
This exceptional whisky was matured in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks from the Andalusian region of Spain. Maturation in coastal warehouses has given it a unique harmony between deep sweetness, fruitiness, and a subtle hint of the sea. Each sip is multi-layered, gradually revealing further nuances that continue to develop over time in the glass.
Tasting Profile:
Aroma: Figs, blackberries.
Flavor: Almonds, subtle oak, cherries, tropical notes, caramelized pear.
Finish: Long, harmonious, with sweetness, exotic notes, and a subtle sea breeze.
The aroma opens with deep notes of figs and blackberries. On the palate, almonds, subtle oak, caramelized pear, cherries, and tropical accents come together to create a seductively sweet and exceptionally refined whole. The finish is long, elegant, and beautifully balanced, with a blend of sweetness, exotic notes, and a gentle sea breeze.
Glenglassaugh 50YO is a true gem that demonstrates the extraordinary results that can be achieved through a combination of time, coastal maturation, and meticulous cask management. Presented in a gift box, it is a prestigious bottle of the highest caliber.
About Glenglassaugh Distillery:
Glenglassaugh Distillery is a Scottish single malt whiskey distillery founded in 1875 near Sandend Bay in the Highlands. Its history has been quite dramatic—after prolonged periods of decline, it closed in 1986 and did not resume production until it was taken over by new owners in 2008. Today, the brand is associated with a coastal-style whisky that combines fruitiness, the influence of the maritime climate, and an emphasis on careful barrel aging.
Glenglassaugh is characterized by its “coastal single malt” profile—a whiskey shaped by its proximity to the sea, a fresh, fruity profile, and skillful cask management. The brand currently positions itself as a coastal Highland distillery that builds on the connection between land, sea, and oak maturation, and is now part of the Brown-Forman group.
Producer's address: Glenglassaugh Distillery Ltd., 2017 Portsoy, AB45 2SQ Aberdeenshire, GB


