Glenglassaugh 1978 40 Years Single Malt Whisky

Glenglassaugh 1978 SV

Glenglassaugh

Highlands · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
40 years
ABV
40.9%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Glenglassaugh
Distillation Year
27.01.1978
Bottling Year
12.12.2018
Cask Types
Hogshead

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Lowest Price:€1,526.39(2024-08-30)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Martin Fox

Martin Fox

May 11, 2026, 12:03:09

Nose: gets me with a load of vanila and caramel, kinda sweet like honey 🍯. Palate: smooth, a bit of citrus tang and a subtle smokiness, reminds me of a cozy fireplace 🔥. Finish: long and warming, with a touch of spice. Proper lovely stuff! 😊🥃

Fiona Moore

Fiona Moore

May 9, 2026, 02:41:26

Oh blimey, this whisky's got a right proper warmth to it. Starts off with a smoky kick, then settles into something smooth and a bit fruity. Makes me feel all cozy, like a hug in a glass. 🥃😊

Lee Davies

Lee Davies

May 6, 2026, 03:03:04

Just had this one, yeah? 🥃 First hit is like... whoa, a real warm hug, kinda woody and sweet, like honey drizzled on old oak 🪵🍯. Then the spices kick in - get a bit of cinnamon and nutmeg, maybe? Not harsh, just nicely warming 🔥. Finishes long and a little smoky, leaves a nice tingle. Solid pour for a cold evening. 👌

Jake Ward

Jake Ward

May 5, 2026, 01:50:53

Right, so here's what I'm gettin' from this dram... Nose: It's like... warm cinnmon sticks 🌶️ and sticky honeycomb first off. Then there's a bit of apple peelin' and maybe some woodsy vanilla. Palate: Gets a bit spicier in the mouth, innit? Like ginger cake or somethin'. Defo get that toffeed apple 🍏 and maybe a bit of toasted oak. It's quite rich and a bit chewy. Finish: Lingering warmth 🤎, a bit of that spicy oak, and maybe a faint hint of dried fruit right at the end. Proper cozy, that. Cheers! 🥃

Karen Edwards

Karen Edwards

May 3, 2026, 23:41:04

Oh, this whisky's got a lovely smokiness to it 🥃 Notes of dried fruit and a bit of honey sweetness, very smooth. Some vanilla and woody undertones, with a spicy kick at the end. Really pleasant, would defo have again 😋 Sometimes a typo like "defo" for "definitely" is fine, and emojis add casualness.

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