Glenmorangie Original Single Highland Malt Whisky

Information regarding Glenmorangie Single Highland Malt

The following information is from a press release supplied by Glemorangie Distillery

This fine single malt was bottle in the early 1970's and is a very rare single malt. Glenmorangie is, quite simply, the most delicious and complex single malt whisky in the world.  Its multi-layered aromas and kaleidoscopic flavours stimulate the senses and entice the palate. 

This beautifully seductive spirit originates in the heart of the Scottish Highlands where, at the Glenmorangie distillery, it is first captured by elegant, swan necked stills that are the tallest in Scotland, and then expertly matured in the finest oak casks.

Undeniably the most complex and perfectly balanced single malt, every sip of Glenmorangie offers a heady and alluring experience in taste, texture and aroma. - This Information is from a Press Release from Glenmorangie Distillery.

Distillery Details for Glenmorangie Single Malt

The Glenmorangie Distillery tirelessly and relentlessly produces our delicate, complex spirit; each stage of the production process is precise and perfect in its own right.  At its core is a small group of men with immense skill and enviable knowledge.  The craftsmen of Glenmorangie, the patient patrons of quality and excellence, they are the backbone of the Distillery, they are the legendary Sixteen Men of Tain.

These sixteen individuals are the living embodiment of our founder’s vision, the unofficial guardians of our malt, who still, to this day, use the time-honoured, traditional skills that have passed from generation to generation.  Together they ensure Glenmorangie is made in the same, unhurried and uncompromised way it always has been since 1843.

Water Source for Glenmorangie Distillery

In the hills above the Glenmorangie Distillery, there is one of Glenmorangie’s most prized assets; a small natural spring bubbling with cool, crystal-clear water. Starting its journey as soft Scottish rain over 100 years ago, this pure water has slowly filtered through the landscape’s alternating layers of porous limestone and sandstone, gradually collecting the natural minerals that give it its ‘hard’ water quality.   

As the only Highland distillery to use hard water in its production, the Tarlogie Springs are at the heart of Glenmorangie, as this unique, mineral-rich water undoubtedly contributes to the deliciously fresh and delicate character of our spirit. So important are the Tarlogie Springs to Glenmorangie that in 1989, the Company thought to safeguard their purity, purchasing 650 acres of surrounding woodland to protect its future, and ensure that Glenmorangie would always retain its unique, distinctive character.

The Finest Wood

At Glenmorangie we are particular.  To safeguard the delicate complexity of our single malt, it is imperative that we use only the very best casks made from the finest wood.

Our pioneering research into the effects of maturation spans more than a quarter of a century and we pride ourselves in being the leader of the Scotch whisky industry in this regard.

Glenmorangie uses primarily white American Oak casks that have previously contained bourbon.  The majority of our casks are first fill (that is, they have never before matured Scotch whisky), and an important proportion are made from air-dried, slow growth wood, to our specification. 

Know as our ‘designer casks’, the use of air-dried, slow growth wood holds many benefits.  Because slow grown timber contains more of the relatively open porous growth that occurs in the Spring, giving it greater maturation potential than faster grown wood.  At the same time, air seasoning the wood reduces the astringency and bitterness derived from the tannins in the wood, and helps open up the internal structure increasing the ability to promote oxidisation.  So, of the two ways to dry wood for cask manufacturing - kiln drying or air seasoning - kiln drying will enhance the quality of flavour in casks filled many times, while air seasoning allows the release of softer richer flavours.  It is these qualities of air seasoning that we believe enhance Glenmorangie’s delicate, alluring character.   

For our extra matured products, we hand select port, sherry or wine casks from the leading vineyards and chateaux of Europe.  These casks, chosen for their provenance and quality, complement the complex characteristics of Glenmorangie as they create expressions of exquisite taste and finesse.   

Glenmorangie House

In the heart of the Scottish Highlands lies Glenmorangie House, a secluded retreat where the welcome is warm, the atmosphere relaxed, and time is savoured almost as much as a glass of Glenmorangie itself.

This is a Highland home on an intimate scale.  Set in tranquil surroundings overlooking the unspoilt shores of the Cromarty Firth, this is the perfect haven from which to visit Glenmorangie’s timeless distillery or explore the lands of our native Ross-shire.

For more information please or to arrange a stay, please visit www.theglenmorangiehouse.com

Where to buy Glenmorangie Single Malt Whisky

Glenmorangie 10 Year Old Single Malt Whisky comes in a bottle size of 75cl with 43% strength

Cost price is £600.00 inc Vat at The Whisky Exchange
Prices subject to change.