Glen Scotia 12 year old

Profile: The Glen Scotia 12 year old at a Glance

• Glen Scotia 12 year old - Campbeltown in the glass, no frills
• Truly matured in first-fill bourbon casks - completely without cask frills
• Maritime freshness meets tropical holiday feeling
• No chill filtration, no coloring – but with character
• Whisky from an old seafaring region with a real backbone
• Tradition since 1832 - a piece of whisky history in every bottle

Portrait: What makes the Glen Scotia 12 year old special

When you talk about Glen Scotia, you're talking about one of the last true voices of Campbeltown – a whisky region, which once had as many distilleries as sheep (it felt like), but today seems more like an exclusive club: small, fine, steeped in tradition. And Glen Scotia? They've been around since 1832 and look surprisingly fresh for their age.

With the Glen Scotia 12 year old, the distillery has now added another dram to its core range - a new family member, so to speak, that is neither loud nor intrusive, but whispers a charming "Hello, I'm the Campbeltown tradition" with every sip. No chill filtration. And no coloring. Because: True Scotsmen don't need a makeup filter.

This Highland hero is matured entirely in first fill bourbon casks – that means the casks were previously filled with bourbon, then directly with Glen Scotia. No detours, no half measures. You rarely get this much authenticity outside of Great Britain.

The distillery's copper stills ensure that nothing is watered down or "smoothed over" – Glen Scotia stays true to itself, and you can taste it.

In short: Glen Scotia 12 Year Old isn't a rock star whisky with a glittery label, but rather the quiet type with a tweed jacket and a fantastic pedigree. One that quietly but firmly says: "I am Campbeltown. And I'm back." Conclusion: An expressive Campbeltown whisky with maritime freshness, tropical fruitiness, and a charming spicy finish. Complex yet approachable – a true Glen Scotia!

Tasting Notes: This is how the Glen Scotia 12 year old tastes like

• Nose: Fresh and maritime - it begins with a breeze of salty sea air, immediately reminiscent of the Campbeltown coast. This is joined by sweet aromas of honey-soaked vanilla and subtle hints of exotic, tropical fruits. A nose that promises summer, the sea, and a dessert buffet all at once.
• Palate: Complex and lively: Caramelized sugar provides a pleasant sweetness, punctuated by tangy citrus freshness. Juicy pineapple brings a tropical zest to the palate, while subtle notes of toasted oak round it all out. A balanced mix of sweetness, fruit, and fine wood structure.
• Finish: Long, warm, and pleasantly spicy. Gentle cinnamon notes accompany the finish, supported by a hint of nutmeg. The finish is harmonious and lingers with an elegant spiciness.