Glenglassaugh Torfa is a revival of coastal spirit and Highland fire, a bold single malt that captures the untamed beauty of Scotland’s Moray Coast. “Torfa,” meaning peat in Old Norse, nods to the region’s Viking past and the smoky tradition it celebrates. Encountering this whisky feels like standing on a windswept shore at dusk, smoke curling through sea air, salt on your lips, and warmth rising from the glass.

Glenglassaugh Torfa 70cl with FREE Prism Spinning Glass
Brand: Glenglassaugh | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 50% | Origin: Highland, Scotland | Vol: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Waves of coastal peat smoke intertwined with honeyed barley, citrus peel, and a hint of sea spray, both rugged and refined.
Palate: Full-bodied and assertive. Smoked oak, sweet malt, and a touch of tropical fruit glide together in a dance of contrast, fire and fruit in perfect balance.
Finish: Lingering and smoky, with a delicate sweetness that fades like embers glowing in the dark.

Production Details:
Torfa is one of Glenglassaugh’s few peated expressions, distilled using richly peated barley to a bold 20ppm phenol level. Matured exclusively in ex-bourbon casks, it bridges Highland finesse with coastal intensity. Every batch is bottled at 50% ABV to preserve its full character, unfiltered, vibrant, and alive with flavor. The whisky embodies Glenglassaugh’s rebirth after decades of dormancy, proving that tradition can be reignited with passion.

Perfect For:
Moments of reflection and quiet indulgence, best shared with someone who appreciates a whisky that speaks with both smoke and subtlety. Ideal for an evening by the sea, or at home with your new Prism Spinning Glass, letting the amber liquid catch the light as the aromas unfold.

Expert Notes:
Torfa has earned high praise for its balance of youthful energy and maturity. Critics admire how it delivers peat smoke with restraint, less Islay thunder, more Highland harmony. It’s a reminder that Glenglassaugh, though often overlooked, belongs firmly among Scotland’s great coastal distilleries.

Customer Reviews:
“Peated perfection, smoky but elegant. The Prism glass makes the experience even better.”   Alan F.
“Rich, coastal, and beautifully layered. You can almost taste the sea breeze.”   Kris J.
“Smooth smoke, tropical fruit, and that 50% ABV punch, absolutely stunning.”   Liza P.

Interesting Fact:
After being silent for over 20 years, Glenglassaugh was revived in 2008 and Torfa became its statement of intent: a bold, peated whisky announcing that the sleeping giant had awakened.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat or with a few drops of water to open the layers of citrus and smoke. Swirl it in the Prism Spinning Glass to aerate the whisky and release its maritime aromas, a sensory ritual worthy of the Highlands.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1875 on the rugged coast near Sandend Bay, Glenglassaugh draws its character from sea air, mineral-rich water, and a legacy of craftsmanship nearly lost to time. Its whiskies embody the meeting of land and sea, bold yet graceful, with the spirit of revival in every drop. Today, under the guidance of master blender Rachel Barrie, Glenglassaugh continues to redefine coastal whisky elegance for a new generation of enthusiasts.