A Tale of the Forest is Glenmorangie stepping off the distillery grounds and into nature, inspired by walks through misty woodlands where pine, moss, and wild herbs fill the air. It’s the first Glenmorangie crafted using botanically kilned barley, giving the whisky an unmistakable woodland soul. Opening the bottle feels like entering a hidden forest clearing at dawn: cool air, shimmering leaves, and scents carried softly on the breeze.

Glenmorangie A Tale of the Forest with FREE Glenmorangie Tasting Glass
Brand: Glenmorangie | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 46% | Origin: Highlands, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Fresh pine, juniper, eucalyptus, orange zest, and floral herbs, like inhaling the cool air of a forest after rain.
Palate: Lively, bright, and aromatic. Notes of mint, toasted barley, citrus peel, herbal sweetness, vanilla, pear, and gentle spice move with a playful, botanical freshness. The forest-infused malt gives the whisky a uniquely green, aromatic style.
Finish: Medium with lingering herbal sweetness, soft citrus, and a clean woodland freshness that drifts off lightly.

Production Details:
This is the first Glenmorangie made from barley dried with woodland botanicals, juniper, birch bark, and heather flowers, instead of traditional peat or hot air. After distillation in Glenmorangie’s famously tall stills, the spirit matures in bourbon casks, enhancing the whisky’s natural brightness. Dr. Bill Lumsden designed this whisky to literally taste like a walk through the forest.

Perfect For:
Nature lovers, collectors, and drinkers who want something aromatic, different, and beautifully crafted. Ideal for early-evening sipping or pairing with fresh, herbal dishes. The free Glenmorangie Tasting Glass brings out every leafy, citrusy nuance.

Expert Notes:
Critics describe Tale of the Forest as one of Glenmorangie’s most imaginative limited editions, herbal, aromatic, and refreshingly modern. Its botanical kilning makes it unlike any other Highland malt.

Customer Reviews:
“Herbal, fresh, and totally unique. A real standout.”
“Feels like sipping whisky in the middle of a forest.”
“Bright, layered, and beautifully aromatic.”

Interesting Fact:
Botanically kilning barley hasn’t been done at scale in modern Scotch production. This release is Glenmorangie experimenting with historic techniques and wild inspiration.

Serving Suggestions:
Neat in the Glenmorangie Tasting Glass for full herbal clarity. A splash of water unlocks more mint, citrus, and floral notes. Over a large ice sphere, the whisky becomes softer and sweeter, with the forest aromas drifting gently.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1843, Glenmorangie is known for elegant spirit, tall stills, and boundary-pushing creativity. Under Dr. Bill’s direction, the distillery’s “Tale of…” series explores flavor through storytelling and experimentation. Tale of the Forest stands as one of its most imaginative creations, a whisky shaped by the natural world beyond the stillhouse.