Glenmorangie Astar Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Volume: 700 ml           ABV: 57.1%           Age: No Age Statement           Country: Scotland

One of the world’s best-selling old single malts, Glenmorangie’s spirit flows from Scotland’s tallest stills, over 16 feet tall for those that are counting. Over the years Bill Lumsden has been at the forefront of research into the influence of the cask on whisky and as such Glenmorangie is the leading exponent of whisky ‘finishes’, be that sherry, wine or virgin oak. The distillery selects its wood from the Mark Twain forest in the Ozark mountains and ensures that the wood is air dried rather than kilned.

The Astar bottling from Glenmorangie is a second incarnation of the much-loved Artisan cask bottling from several years ago. Astar in Gaelic means ‘journey’ and this bottle is the story of Glenmorangie’s quest to find the very best oak casks that will deliver perfection in the final product.

Or as Glenmorangie would have it: Pursuit of Perfection,from the tall peaks of the Missouri Ozarks to the sweeping garden of the Highlands of Scotland, Astar (in Gaelic it means journey) is the story of our quest to design the very best oak casks that will deliver perfection in the final spirit; the result is a deep, rich, silky and creamy malt that embodies Glenmorangie’s art of whisky creation.

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: Light floral notes, morning grass, star anise, banana’s, peaches and creme brulee.

Taste: Silky smooth, creamy mouth watering vanilla, fresh and vibrant, stewed pears and a touch of citrus.

Finish: A burst of tropical fruit compote, still fresh with creamy vanilla and citrus.