Determined to give grain whisky the respect it truly deserves, William Grant & Sons are releasing a range of Girvan Patent Still Single Grain Whiskies, starting with this launch edition of their 25 Year Old, a UK exclusive.
The original Girvan Patent Still was built by William Grant's great-grandson, Charles Gordon, in 1963, when it was given the rather catchy name "No 1 Apps" (referring to the term apparatus). After distillation, this whisky was aged for a massive 25 years before being popped into some incredibly elegant bottles, which are then put into striking boxes that are decorated with metal badges and side panels.
Tasting Note by The Chaps at Master of Malt
Nose Vanilla fudge, Werther's Original, touch of lemon and lime zest. Peppercorns, banana and honey.
Palate Pleasant mouthfeel with some more vanilla and a little apricot.
Finish Woody, sparkling water.
Overall A well-aged grain whisky that's a big step up from the upcoming no age statement release.