This Glenugie 1979 25 Year Old is an exceptional single cask Highland single malt bottled by Douglas Laing as part of the revered Old Malt Cask series. Distilled in October 1979 and bottled in March 2005, this whisky was drawn from a single refill hogshead and released at natural strength, showcasing Glenugie’s elegant and increasingly rare distillery character.

Bottled un chill filtered and with no added coloring, this expression represents a lost distillery and a bygone era of Scotch production. With only a limited number of bottles released from a single cask, this is a true collector grade whisky and a standout piece for serious single malt enthusiasts.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Soft orchard fruits, honeyed malt, vanilla cream, gentle oak
Palate: Sweet malt, baked apple, citrus zest, light spice, creamy texture
Finish: Long and refined with lingering fruit sweetness and subtle oak warmth

FAQ

Q: What type of whisky is this?
A: Highland single malt Scotch whisky.

Q: Is this a single cask release?
A: Yes. This whisky comes from a single refill hogshead cask.

Q: Is this whisky chill filtered or colored?
A: No. It is bottled un chill filtered with no added coloring.

Q: Why is Glenugie significant?
A: Glenugie is a closed distillery, making all remaining bottlings increasingly rare and collectible.

Q: Bottle size and strength?
A: 700ml at approximately 50 percent ABV, bottled at preferred natural strength.