Exploring the Glasgow 1770 Tokaji Cask Finish Batch No. 2
This six year old release of Glasgow 1770 Tokaji Cask Finish Batch No. 2 showcases a fruity unpeated single malt whisky with a rare Hungarian sweet wine cask influence. Initially matured in first fill ex-bourbon casks, this whisky offers notes of tropical mango, pineapple, orange, dried apricot, cashew nuts, manuka honey, and nutmeg spice.
Part of the limited-edition Glasgow 1770 Small Batch Series, this release highlights the versatility of whisky produced at the contemporary urban distillery. The Small Batch Series features different whisky-making styles including peated, unpeated, and triple distilled single malts, along with various cask maturations.
The Glasgow 1770 Tokaji Cask Finish is a six year old bottling created from four casks, initially aged in first fill ex-bourbon barrels for over 3 years before a finishing period in Hungarian Tokaji sweet wine casks. The Tokaji wine casks impart balanced sweetness, with notes of apricot, peach, orange zest, and chamomile.
This release showcases unpeated double distilled single malts, known for their fresh, fruity, and robust characteristics. Bottled at 54.8% ABV with 1300 bottles available, this whisky offers a solid bourbon cask-influenced backbone complemented by the tropical twist from the Tokaji casks. Enjoy flavors of manuka honey, mango, pineapple, dried apricots, orange peel, nutmeg spice, and fresh oak.
The Glasgow 1770 Tokaji Cask Finish Batch No. 2 is a unique expression that captures the essence of Hungarian sweet wine cask finishing, resulting in a rich and distinctive whisky experience.