13 YEAR OLD - SINGLE MALT - REFILL SHERRY BUTT - 63% ABV

Often referred to as the Highland distillery in the Lowlands, Glengoyne sits just north of Glasgow, straddling the Highland Line — with its stillhouse in the Highlands and its warehouses in the Lowlands. Established in 1833, Glengoyne has built a quiet legacy of unpeated, time-rich whisky — known for its gentle character, long fermentation, and slow distillation.

Unlike most Highland malts, Glengoyne refuses to use peat, instead drying its barley with warm air to preserve its delicate, fruity spirit. The distillery’s meticulous approach includes some of the slowest still runs in Scotland, yielding a rich, oily distillate that responds beautifully to oak, especially sherry casks.

In recent decades, Glengoyne has focused on natural colour, sustainability, and thoughtful cask maturation — producing elegant single malts with a hallmark of apple, almond, and soft spice. It's a whisky for those who appreciate subtlety and refinement over smoke and swagger.

Appearance: Rich golden amber with copper hues — a sign of restrained yet steady sherry cask development.

Nose

Assertive and vibrant, with layers of golden sultana, hazelnut skin, and poached pear. Hints of apple tart, honeycomb, and dried flowers rise through a backdrop of warming alcohol. A drop of water reveals soft vanilla and baked pastry.

Palate

Bold and full-bodied at cask strength. Opens with spiced apple compote, malt loaf, and almond brittle, giving way to citrus peel and a touch of nutmeg. The high ABV delivers power and structure, balanced by a silky, honeyed mid-palate.

Finish

Long and warming, with lingering notes of barley sugar, dried apricot, and subtle oak spice. Clean and elegant with a final flicker of citrus oil and white pepper.

A commanding yet composed Glengoyne. The refill sherry butt gently frames the distillate with soft fruit and spice, while the 63% ABV delivers intensity without overshadowing the spirit’s core character. Add water to open up its layers, or enjoy it neat for a bolder experience. A confident dram with Highland finesse.

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