There is a lot to like about Whisky Review: Glenglassaugh 46-Year-Old on paper. At 41.7% ABV) and $160, let us see if it lives up to expectations.
Palate
Light drops of sweet cherry and blackberries immediately splash on the palate, while a river of soothing oak develops with thick orange and iodine. Leather features toward the end, with a hint of soft strawberry and a sandalwood backbone on the finish.
Finish
It makes sense that this whisky goes for $4,800. It is incredibly complex and layered, with new flavors arising the minute another peels away. I would not pair it with anything, e.g. food or cigars, as the complexity and smoothness of this dram are very soft and could easily get overwhelmed. In fact, it was so smooth that I was left hoping for an extra little kick of flavor at times. rnrnHowever, if you can afford this bottle, youll be rewarded with a humblingly unique experience that is different from any Scotch youve likely ever tasted before.
The Bottom Line
Whisky Review: Glenglassaugh 46-Year-Old is outstanding — one of those bottles that reminds you why you fell in love with whiskey in the first place. If you see it at $160, do not hesitate. This one earns a permanent spot on the shelf.
