The Glenturret 2022 Release Triple Wood Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
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The Glenturret 2022 Release Triple Wood Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND
$120. 00
Bottle
$1440.00 Dozen
ABV: 45%

Rated 99 points and judged the world's top single malt Scotch whisky at the 2023 International Wines and Spirits Competition (IWSC).

At the time of writing, Glenturret's 2022 Triple Wood is arguably the hottest whisky on the shelves and for once, a world-beating prize winner that even the most casual drinker can afford. If global availability is any indicator, there won't be enough to satisfy demand. That's mostly due to its incredible price point.

Matured in European and American oak ex-sherry casks, as well as ex-bourbon casks, the combination builds on the distinctive fruity flavours of the distillery's new make. The IWSC judges described the whisky as exhibiting "A summer Turkish delight of sweet raisin, marmalade and orange blossom aromas with a rich fruitcake palate, hints of brown sugar and honey, with a creamy toffee texture on the finish." It was the only Scotch entry to get the near-perfect rating of 99 points. Despite the fact that Glenturret is the oldest working distillery in Scotland, single malt bottlings have been rare. In 2020 it was sold by the large corporate spirits group Edrington to the French luxury lifestyle company, Lilaque Group, together with one of its largest shareholders. Lilaque are, of course, the famous crystal makers located in the north of Alsace - which explains the extravagant decanters. They've recruited none other than former Macallan colleague, Bob Dalgarno as Master Blender with Ken Grier as a strategic consultant. No doubt that has some bearing on their recent success. 45% Alc./Vol.

Other reviews... The whisky is quite floral. The Sherry influence is noticeable on the nose and the palate in the fruitcake flavors of dried fruits and nuts. I also find that the Triple Wood has a pronounced stone fruit character of peach, a bit of dried apricot, and some apple. It’s spicy, with cinnamon, allspice, and candied ginger notes. The whisky also exhibits lingering chocolate and coffee notes, especially on the finish. The Glenturret Triple Wood is a very complex and layered whisky. Although it is quite fruity, offering flavors ranging from orchard to tropical fruits, a trademark of Glenturret, it also offers some herbal tobacco leaves and cooked vegetable notes. There are also very slight smoky notes. The sweetness is somewhat candied, more cotton candy than honey. As the whisky opens up, pronounced cooked cereal notes emerge. There is a lot going on in the glass, and each sip will likely yield a new flavor perspective on the whisky...the Glenturret Triple Wood represents an exceptional value. It’s unusual to find such a complex, layered, nuanced whisky at an attractive price. If the aroma and flavor profile is appealing, grab a couple of bottles immediately. There isn’t much in circulation, and what is available will likely disappear from store shelves very quickly. - Forbes Magazine