Description

Glen Scotia 15 Years Old Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Volume: 700ml          ABV: 46%           Age: 15 Years Old           Country: Scotland

The Glen Scotia distillery is situated in Campbeltown on Scotland’s Mull of Kintyre peninsula and is owned by the Loch Lomond Group. It was founded in 1832 and has been operating for approximately one hundred and eighty years. It has stood the sands of time whilst the distilleries of Campbeltown have fallen to the ups and downs in the industry this distillery has continued to produce excellent spirit. Formally known as ‘Scotia’ the distillery was owned by Stewart & Galbraith and Company for 60 years. It was then purchased by Duncan MacCallum. In 2014 is was purchased by the Loch Lomond Group who have invested in the distillery heavily. Ian McAllister the distillery manager operates the distillery with just seven staff producing around 600,000 litres of spirit annually. Being one of the smallest distilleries in Scotland with only one 16,000 litre wash still and one 12,000 litre spirit still. They produce both peated and unpeated single malt.

The whisky has been gently matured in the finest American oak barrels before bottling. The signature nose has hints of vanilla oak, interwoven with the subtle notes of sea spray and spicy aromatic fruits.

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich and fruity, homemade jam and fruit salad. Stewed apples and baking spices emerge.

Palate: Apple pie and vanilla custard, ginger and cinnamon buns with caramelised sugar and shaved oak.

Finish: Long and spicy.

Awards

Whisky Magazine – World Whisky Awards – Campbeltown Single Malt 13 to 20 Years – 2016

Scottish Whisky Awards 2019 – Single Malt 13 – 16 Years Old – Awarded Silver.