GlenAllachie’s 12 Year Old French Oak Finish is a limited edition masterstroke, elegant, layered, and unlike anything else in their lineup. This isn’t just a wood finish; it’s a transformation.

GlenAllachie 12 Year Old – Virgin Oak Series (French Oak Finish)
Brand: GlenAllachie | Category: Speyside Single Malt | ABV: 48% | Origin: Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile
Nose: Sophisticated and aromatic, sandalwood, crème brûlée, and orchard fruit, accented by light spice and floral honey.
Palate: Silky and luxurious. Vanilla custard, poached pears, cinnamon toast, and subtle citrus zest dance across the tongue.
Finish: Long and graceful with toasted oak, nutmeg, and soft tannins, refined, not aggressive.

Production Details
Aged first in American oak, then finished in virgin French oak casks from the Haute Garonne region. These casks, made from tight grained wood and air dried for 15 months, impart depth and elegance without overpowering. Bottled at 48% ABV, non chill filtered, and with zero added color, pure craftsmanship.

Perfect For
Slow, introspective pours. Ideal for those who favor finesse over flash, and want their whisky complex but effortlessly drinkable.

Expert Notes
This French Oak release is part of GlenAllachie’s Virgin Oak Series, each cask finish showcasing the dramatic influence of fresh wood on well-aged spirit. The French oak edition is the most polished of the trio, prized for its balance and delicate mouthfeel.

Customer Reviews
🗨 “So elegant it feels like whisky in silk. The French oak is magic.”
🗨 “Vanilla, fruit, spice but all wrapped in finesse. My favorite from the series.”
🗨 “If you like complexity without heaviness, this is your dram.”

Interesting Fact
Virgin French oak is rare in Scotch due to its bold tannins, but GlenAllachie’s meticulous cask management allows this whisky to absorb depth without becoming overly dry, a delicate balance mastered here.

Serving Suggestions
Sip neat in a tulip glass to explore its full aromatic profile. Add a few drops of water to enhance the creamy oak and orchard notes but don’t rush this one.

Distillery Background
Independent and fiercely flavor driven, GlenAllachie has surged under master blender Billy Walker’s leadership. Known for bold cask finishes and hands-on wood selection, the Virgin Oak Series is a showcase of the distillery’s expertise and experimentation with the French Oak edition offering its most refined voice.