Glengoyne Mizunara Oak
The third release in Glengoyne Distillery’s The Oak Masters series, Glengoyne Mizunara Oak was matured for 10 years in first-fill sherry and bourbon casks before spending a further 6 years in new Mizunara oak casks. Bottled at 53.4% ABV, only 3,165 bottles have been produced.
| Country | Scotland |
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| Brand | Glengoyne |
| Type | Single Malt |
| Abv (%) | 53.4 |
| Character | Complex, Aromatic |
| Price at the time of tasting | £300 |
| Nose | Vanilla, apple pie, pear, and coconut are joined by fresh oak, incense, and ginger. With time in the glass, aromas of cedar, incense, and tropical fruits emerge more prominently. |
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| Palate | Sweet, rich flavors of vanilla, white chocolate, coconut, and honey are layered with tropical fruits, black pepper, and ginger. Exceptionally creamy and mouthwatering in texture. |
| Finish | Long, with notes of ginger, black pepper, honey, and candy apple. |
| Overall: | Glengoyne Mizunara Oak stands out for its extended 6 years of maturation in Mizunara casks, a rare approach, as this oak is usually reserved for shorter finishes. The result is a layered and intriguing whisky. I particularly enjoyed the evolving richness on the nose and the soft, approachable palate, despite its bold and rich spice. |
| Rating | 89/100 |