The Collection: Edition One - Glenburgie Aged 35 Years

One bottle of The Collection: Edition One - Glenburgie Aged 35 Years

70cl bottle

Cask No: 14483

Cask Type: Ex-Bourbon

Distilled: October 1988

Bottled: May 2024

Natural Strength: 45.1% ABV

Colour: Vibrant Gold

Awards:

Nose:

Aromas of vanilla and butterscotch lead the way and sit alongside luscious, juicy tropical fruit such as peach and pineapple. Underneath are further aromas of green apple, hazelnut praline and crème brulee. Hints of earthy spice, especially white pepper, and cinnamon bark, linger in the background alongside toasted oak, almond oil and faint aromas of candle wax and blackcurrant.

Taste:

On the palate this whisky feels soft and oily in texture. The mouthfeel is superbly structured with plenty of body, depth, and complexity. Fruity notes are to the fore with peach compote, apricot jam, and baked green apple evident. Further sweetness is provided with notes of milk chocolate, vanilla fudge, and toffee. There are also hints of golden syrup, blackcurrant leaf and tarte tatin.

Savoury elements add balance in the form of delicate baking spices, especially cinnamon and clove, and fresh gingerbread. A pinch of cocoa powder accentuates further notes of charred oak and dusty cigar box.

Finish:

The finish is long and exhibits a lovely warmth. It is packed with woody spices – think of cinnamon bark, nutmeg, and all-spice alongside freshly sawn oak. The confected fruit and sweet elements slowly fade, allowing the spice to evolve and elongate the finish.

The addition of water softens the whisky and allows the lovely oak structure and quality of aged spirit to shine - think of vanilla ice cream covered in butterscotch sauce. It also feels less spicy with more green fruit and a delicious grassy characteristic coming through.