Singleton of Glen Ord 14 Year Old Special Releases 2024 54.7% 70cl

The Singleton of Glen Ord 14 Year Old Autumn Walk Special Releases 2024 54.7% 70cl Highland distillery Glen Ord has become known as the home of The Singleton, the single malt brand that’s actually produced by three makers. But what sets this expression apart is the curious cask combination. Ex-bourbon, rejuvenated ex-wine and refill casks were all used in three parallel primary maturations, before they were all vatted together and finished in experimental casks with European and Pyrenean oak ends. Fascinating. Official tasting notes Nose: A mellow nose in feel; mild overall. The first aromas suggest an orange cream cake filling, becoming orange sponge cake with a hint of vanilla. Beneath this lie a faintly waxy suggestion of flaked almonds and a light ‘green’ note, suggesting sugar snap peas or mange tout. A drop of water increases the waxy note. Palate: A creamy texture, which is quite tooth-coating. The taste starts sweet and centrepalate, becoming tart, with a strong hint of Seville orange peel, then drying gently as it shows its fierier side with some peppery spiciness. A drop of water sweetens the taste and reduces the tartness yet does not alter the overall profile. Finish: Long, warming, and spicy, with a mouth-cooling aftertaste. Still spicy with a dash of water.