Glenglassaugh is a distillery shaped by the sea. Born on the edge of Sandend Bay, its whisky carries the warmth of the Highlands and the breath of the ocean in every drop. Opening the 12 Year Old feels like standing on that shoreline at dusk, waves rolling in, salted breeze in the air, and a quiet sense of rediscovery from a distillery once forgotten and now reborn with stunning clarity.

Glenglassaugh 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Brand: Glenglassaugh | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 45% | Origin: Highlands (Coastal), Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Ripe stone fruits, coastal breeze, vanilla custard, and gentle oak, like walking through a seaside orchard just as the wind carries sweetness across the shore.
Palate: Silky, bright, and naturally rich. Notes of apricot, pineapple, honeycomb, malty sweetness, toasted oak, and a touch of sea salt glide across the palate with effortless warmth. The texture is smooth yet vibrant, showcasing Glenglassaugh’s coastal freshness.
Finish: Medium to long with lingering fruit, soft caramel, and a whisper of brine that fades in a clean, elegant sweep.

Production Details:
The 12 Year Old is matured in a trio of casks, bourbon, sherry, and red wine, each adding its own layer of fruit, sweetness, and structure. Glenglassaugh’s coastal warehouses expose the spirit to sea air throughout maturation, subtly infusing a saline edge that lifts the whisky’s natural fruit richness. The result is a coastal Highland malt with depth and bright vitality.

Perfect For:
Slow evenings, seafood dinners, or relaxed nights when you want something lively, fruity, and softly coastal. Ideal for drinkers who enjoy sweetness and freshness without heavy smoke or spice.

Expert Notes:
Enthusiasts praise this release for its balance of fruit and coastal character, a signature Glenglassaugh revival style. The combination of cask types gives it complexity without losing approachability, earning it strong acclaim as a standout “new era” 12-year-old malt.

Customer Reviews:
“Bright, fruity, and coastal. A beautiful everyday dram.”
“Love the balance of sweetness and sea breeze. Very refreshing.”
“Smooth, layered, and super easy to enjoy. Great value.”

Interesting Fact:
Glenglassaugh was silent for over two decades before being revived, the rebirth transformed it into one of Scotland’s most exciting coastal distilleries, with stocks now finally reaching prime maturity.

Serving Suggestions:
Neat for full fruit brightness. A few drops of water bring out more apricot, honey, and floral notes. Over a large ice sphere, the coastal influence becomes softer and the fruit more creamy.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1875 on the stunning shores of Sandend Bay, Glenglassaugh sits where sea, wind, and Highland character meet. After years of silence, the distillery was revived and modernized, returning with a style defined by coastal freshness and vibrant fruit. Today, it stands as one of Scotland’s renewed gems, a Highland coastal malt with unmistakable identity.