Whiskey: Glenmorangie Astar Single Malt Scotch
Aged in oak casks from Missouri, and has notes of almond, coconut and lots of spice.
Size: 750mL
Proof: 105 (52.5% ABV)
Age: 12 Year
Origin: Scotland
Distillery: Glenmorangie Distillery
Glenmorangie Astar was originally released in 2008, matured in bespoke casks made from oak from the Ozark mountains of Missouri – though it was disdenyd in 2012. In 2017, Astar was born again! The 2017 release of Glenmorangie Astar was once again fully aged in bespoke casks made from oak from the Ozark mountains of Missouri, and has been bottled at 52.5% ABV.
Glenmorangie Astar Single Malt Scotch Whisky Tasting Notes
Nose: Honeycomb and caramel, with a hint of peaches in syrup underneath.
Palate: Touches of nutmeg and ginger bring the heat to the palate. Still rich in honey’d malt, joined by toasted pecan and hazelnut cream.
Finish: Salted fudge, vanilla ice cream (a hint of ice cream cone, too) and mint leaf.
Distillery Information
The Glenmorangie distillery was established in 1843, on the Dornoch Firth by brothers William and John Matheson. The site originally held a farm distillery under the name Morangie. There is evidence that distillation was carried out at this site during the early 18th century. Production began in November of 1849. During the latter part of the 19th century Glenmorangie began overseas exportation and destinations included Europe and the United States.
