Glen Grant 34 Year Old 1975 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Glen Grant
Tasting Notes
The Glen Grant 36 Year Old 1975, bottled by Douglas Laing as part of their prestigious Old Malt Cask range, represents a remarkable journey through time from this classic Speyside distillery. Distilled in April 1975 and matured in a brandy-finished butt (cask #7820) until its bottling in November 2011, this expression is one of just 268 bottles that capture a unique moment in Glen Grant's history. The nose presents a sophisticated interplay of malty depth and gentle spices, where aniseed and soft spice notes mingle with delicate rosewater, while hints of cranberry and sherried peels dance with sultanas. The palate unfolds with layers of dried fruit complemented by bitter oak, while toffee brittle, dried barley, and manuka honey provide richness before an intriguing note of plum wine emerges. The journey concludes with a long, characterful finish where musty notes interweave with bitter charred oak and the distinctive character of damson gin, creating a dram that showcases the extraordinary complexity achievable through extended maturation.