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Glenturret 12 years

malty spicy
4.1
(3)€74Scotland, Highland, Single Malt

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Glenturret sits in a quiet glen near Crieff. And the brand carries the bold claim of being Scotland's oldest working distillery. That long memory shows in the spirit. This single malt leans gentle and approachable, with floral notes meeting fresh fruit and a bright lift of lime. There is malty depth underneath, plus milk chocolate and a warming touch of nutmeg. A nutty character rounds it all out, finishing with a soft tickle of pepper. It is a friendly, characterful dram that rewards slow sipping. Pour it neat and let the glen do the talking.

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Glenturret

Located in the heart of Scotland's stunning Perthshire countryside, the Glenturret distillery is one of the older whisky distilleries in Scotland, with a history dating back to 1775. Situated near the Glenturret Burn, the distillery draws its water from the surrounding hills, contributing to the character of its whiskies. Glenturret distillery is known for its commitment to traditional methods of whisky production. The distillery employs traditional copper pot stills and utilizes traditional floor maltings, where barley is malted in-house. This hands-on approach and attention to detail result in whiskies that are rich in flavour and deeply rooted in tradition. One interesting fact about Glenturret distillery is that it holds the distinction of being the spiritual home of the Famous Grouse blended whisky. The distillery has been an integral part of the Famous Grouse brand, contributing its single malt whiskies to the blend. This partnership has helped to shape both the reputation of Glenturret and the renowned blended Scotch whisky.

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About the Glenturret 12 years

Glenturret 12 years is a single malt Scotch whisky made by Glenturret. A distillery tucked into a quiet glen in the Highland region of Scotland. The brand proudly claims to be Scotland's oldest working distillery. That heritage gives this dram a real sense of place. It is a whisky built on patience, character, and the slow work of the seasons. The distillery sits beside the Turret burn near the town of Crieff. Water from the source has shaped the spirit here for generations. Glenturret has long leaned on time-honoured, traditional methods rather than chasing scale. That craft-led approach is part of why this Highland single malt feels so honest and direct in the glass. On the palate, Glenturret 12 years opens soft and inviting. Floral top notes give way to fresh fruit and a zesty squeeze of lime. There is a clear malty backbone, joined by milk chocolate and a gentle dusting of nutmeg. A nutty richness carries through the middle, while orange zest keeps everything fresh and lively from start to finish. The spice grows as the whisky settles. A warming thread of pepper meets a broader spicy, lightly meatycereal character that nods to its grain roots. Bottled at twelve years old, this single malt Scotch whisky balances youthful brightness with real depth. It rewards a slow pace and a quiet evening more than a quick pour. This is a whisky to enjoy neat, in a simple glass, with nothing added. Take it slowly and let each layer unfold. For anyone curious about Highland single malts with history behind them, Glenturret 12 years is an easy bottle to recommend. It speaks of place, patience, and the long story of Scottish whisky.