Tasting Notes
- Nose: Gentle peat smokiness, sweet pineapple, sea salted caramel, zesty orange, spiced apple
- Palate: Oak vanilla, tropical pineapple sweetness, maritime salinity, warming spices, toasted almond
- Finish: Long finish with delicate toasted almond, warming cinnamon, lingering coastal smoke
Product Details
| Spirit Type | Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
|---|---|
| ABV | 58.6% (117.2 proof) |
| Volume | 700ml |
| Age Statement | 10 Years |
| Release Year | 2010 |
| Distillery | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Campbeltown, Scotland |
| Cask Type | Single Cask No. 19/380-37 |
| Bottles Produced | 242 bottles |
| Filtration | Non-chill filtered |
Perfect For
- Whisky collectors: Rare single cask bottling with only 242 bottles produced
- Campbeltown exploration: Discovering Scotland's smallest whisky region's unique character
- Cask strength appreciation: Experiencing whisky at natural strength with water on the side
- Maritime whisky lovers: Savoring the coastal influence and gentle peat smoke
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Glen Scotia 10 Year Single Cask taste like?
Glen Scotia 10 Year Single Cask offers gentle peat smokiness balanced with sweet tropical notes of pineapple and sea salted caramel. The maritime influence of Campbeltown adds coastal salinity, while oak maturation contributes vanilla and spice. The finish brings toasted almond and warming cinnamon with lingering coastal smoke.
Should I add water to this cask strength whisky?
At 58.6% ABV, this Glen Scotia benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavors and reduce the alcohol heat. Start with just a teaspoon of water and taste, adding more gradually. The non-chill filtered nature means it may become slightly cloudy when water is added, which is completely normal.
What makes Campbeltown whiskies unique?
Campbeltown whiskies like this Glen Scotia combine maritime influence from the Mull of Kintyre's coastal location with gentle peat character. The region's whiskies typically bridge Highland elegance and Islay intensity, offering complexity with approachable smokiness and distinctive salinity from sea air exposure.
Is this Glen Scotia worth the investment?
This single cask Glen Scotia represents exceptional value for collectors and enthusiasts seeking rare Campbeltown expressions. With only 242 bottles produced and the distinctive character of Scotland's smallest whisky region, it offers both immediate drinking pleasure and long-term collectibility.
How does this compare to regular Glen Scotia expressions?
This single cask bottling offers more intensity and complexity than Glen Scotia's core range, with higher proof and the unique character of cask No. 19/380-37. The cask strength presentation and single cask selection provide a more concentrated expression of the distillery's maritime character.
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