Glenglassaugh SMWS Society Cask No. 21.12 Whisky 12 Year Old · 1985 Vintage

Colour

Deep amber with coppery mahogany highlights.

Nose

Sherry-soaked aromas rise with dried fig, raisin and orange zest, wrapped in vanilla, almond and toffee. Cocoa and spice drift through polished oak, with a whisper of coastal brine. At 60.6% ABV, the nose stays vibrant, inviting a slow, luxurious swirl.

Palate

Opulent on the palate, this Glenglassaugh from SMWS Society Cask 21.12 pours a sherried wave of dried fruits—raisins, figs, sultanas—folded with orange zest, caramel and dark chocolate. Full-bodied and velvety, it delivers warming spice—clove, nutmeg—and a racy oak backbone, with a long, cocoa‑kissed finish and espresso hints lingering.

Finish

Long and luxurious, this finish coats the palate with sherry–influenced sweetness, spicy oak and dark fruit. At 60.6%, warmth persists as cocoa nibs, orange zest and toasted almond emerge, slowly fading into a refined, drying echo of timber that lingers with quiet sophistication.