Glasgow 1770 Tequila Cask Finish - 55.3%
A limited edition release of 272 bottles at 55.3% ABV. The contents of a single cask, our unpeated triple distilled spirit filled on the 3rd of February 2018 into a first fill ex-bourbon cask and then laid to rest for two years and six months in a Tequila cask.
Bottled on the 27th of June 2023, this is a delicate and smooth single malt with notes of honey, lemon, citrus, honeydew melon and milk chocolate.
This is the second time we have released a Tequila Cask Finished single malt, the first was using our double distilled unpeated whisky so this is the first release with our Triple Distilled unpeated single malt.
Tasting notes
Appearance: Pinot Grigio in colour, forms a thin line which beads before falling as thin, oily legs.
Nose: Lemon citrus, runny honey, vanilla pods, passion fruit, Galia melon, cut grass and a touch of agave.
Palate: An initial alcohol prickle accompanies an otherwise soft, creamy mouthfeel. Floral honey, green apple, Honeydew melon, subtle hints of tropical fruit, lemon zest and milk chocolate coated crystallised ginger. With water, there is less fruitiness and spice as milk chocolate comes to the fore.
Finish: Long and lingering, crystallised ginger heat together with lemongrass and honey. Right at the close there is just a hint of agave from the Tequila cask.
Overall: This is a lovely summer dram, sweet and fruity with just enough heat to be enjoyable. I enjoy a tequila, but I'd be the first to say some of the tequila and mezcal finished whiskies I've tried have been pretty disappointing. This wasn't the agave fest I half expected, instead it's very well balanced with just enough tequila influence to add an extra degree of complexity and enjoyment.
Transparency: this sample pack was received free of charge for independent review. The author has no affiliation with the distillery, all opinions are my own and remain completely impartial.
