Recent Release: Glen Garioch 15 Year Old Official Bottling 'The Renaissance' First Chapter

A well-balanced vatting. Glen Garioch GLENGARIOCH 15yo OB 'THE RENAISSANCE' 1st Chapter in a Four Part Story 51.9% The aroma features ripe oranges, plums, dried fruits, young Shaoxing wine, a youthful grain note with oak and nuts, richness. On the palate, it spreads smoothly with slight viscosity, plum, orange, milk chocolate, caramel, a rich sweetness, pronounced grain notes, a subtle oaky bitterness, and an oily, long finish. [Good/Very Good] This is the official bottling of Glen Garioch's 'Renaissance,' labeled as the first chapter in a four-part story. The label mentions 'IN A FOUR PART STORY,' suggesting four variations will be released, with this being the first. Though relatively young, it balances the characteristics of sherry and bourbon casks without any off-putting notes. It combines youthfulness with complexity, embodying the special character of an official bottling. As described above, it offers a diverse range of aromas and flavors at present, but the impression is that its overall harmony will improve further with time. One of the malt enthusiasts purchased a large quantity, which is understandable. #Glen Garioch (GLENGARIOCH)