Scapa Glansa is the Orkney distillery’s delicate dance between gentle island sweetness and a subtle touch of smoke. Finished in casks that once held peated whisky, it offers a new dimension to Scapa’s signature unpeated style, like a sea breeze carrying just a hint of bonfire. This Batch GL01 Limited Release is a rare glimpse into the distillery’s experimental side.

Scapa Glansa – Finished in Peated Cask Batch GL01 40% 75cl – Limited Release
Brand: Scapa | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 40% | Origin: Orkney, Scotland | Vol: 750ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Honeyed malt, ripe pear, and soft vanilla, wrapped in a gentle wisp of coastal smoke.
Palate: Smooth and layered, with toffee sweetness, orchard fruits, and a subtle undercurrent of smoky oak.
Finish: Medium and elegant, fading with light spice, sweet malt, and a whisper of peat.

Production Details:
Matured in first-fill American oak before being finished in casks that previously held peated whisky, adding a soft smoky edge to Scapa’s naturally sweet and fruity spirit. Bottled as a limited release, it represents a rare peated influence from a distillery best known for its unpeated style.

Perfect For:
Fans of gentle, balanced smoke who want a coastal dram without heavy peat, or collectors seeking Scapa’s rarer expressions.

Expert Notes:
Praised for its subtlety, Glansa is a great “bridge” whisky for those exploring peated flavors for the first time.

Customer Reviews:
"A gentle kiss of smoke over that beautiful Scapa sweetness."   Allan M.
"Perfectly balanced, coastal, fruity, and lightly smoky."   Emma J.
"A unique Orkney dram I wish they made more of."   Peter S.

Interesting Fact:
Scapa is one of the few Scottish distilleries to use a Lomond still for part of its distillation process, contributing to its signature smooth and fruity style.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat to appreciate the delicate smoke, or with a drop of water to open up more fruit and honey notes.

Distillery Background:
Scapa is one of only two distilleries operating in Orkney, a remote archipelago off Scotland’s northern coast. Founded in 1885, it has built a reputation for producing soft, honeyed single malts with a distinctive maritime character. With its small scale production and hands on craftsmanship, Scapa remains a hidden gem for whisky lovers seeking elegance over intensity.