Glen Grant Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 53 Year Old · 1960 Vintage

Colour

Deep amber with honey-gold and copper highlights, a sunlit, caramel-rich glow that hints at sherry influence.

Nose

The aroma opens with luminous citrus and orchard fruit—bergamot, lemon zest, and ripe pear—softened by honeyed vanilla and a whisper of waxy oak. Underneath lie dried apricot and fig from the sherry influence, a saffron-spice lift, and a trace of cocoa nib, all polished to a velvet, time-etched finish.

Palate

Silky and poised on the palate, this 53-year Glen Grant unfurls with honeyed orchard fruits—peach, pear, and quince—ebbing into refined oak. A delicate nutty dimension, vanilla, and lemon zest weave through creamy texture, while whispering spice of cinnamon and white pepper lifts the mid-palate. The finish is long and elegant, with warm oak, gentle fruit sweetness, and a discreet mineral cut that keeps it chiselled and balanced.

Finish

An enduring, luxurious finish that slowly unfurls with polished oak, toasted almonds, and antique leather, followed by lusciously sherried fruitcake notes. Lingering orange zest, dark chocolate, and wisps of cocoa mingle with a delicate dryness, leaving a warm, honeyed glow on the palate that persists long after the sip.