“The Glenturret” – The brand that has elevated Whiskey to a new heights of excellence. This unique whiskeys set is inspired by the legendary distiller’s long and illustrious past. The Glenturret consistently creates work that captivates whiskey collectors and enthusiasts globally, bringing with it a distinctive blend of heritage, craftsmanship and exclusivity.
The set of decanters is presented in a beautiful bespoke trunk handcraft. The trunk is crafted from poplar wood and Scottish leather, and detailed with thick hand-stitched bridle leather, oiled Scottish oak, and gold. Crafted by Whisky Maker Bob Dalgarno, are housed in four beautiful crystal Lalique decanters using a vintage mould from the 1980s and each represent a key moment in The Glenturret’s 260-year-old history. To depict these key moments, each decanter has been sandblasted with an image
Decanter No.1: 1763-1820 – Cask #341, distilled in 1986, bottled in 2023 at 36 Years Old
Decanter No.1 features an image referring to the period between 1763 and 1820, a time when the first record of The Glenturret was found in a rental document dating back to 1763, confirming The Glenturret as Scotland’s Oldest Working Distillery.
Tasting Notes: Ripe Pineapple, Aromatic With Cinnamon Sweetness, Tropical Fruits Lead With Sweet Vanilla And Wood Spices, Mouth Coating, Maturing Oak Shows Later Flowing Through To A Creamy, Fruity Finish.
Decanter No.2: 1821-1880 – Cask #190001, distilled in 1978, bottled in 2023 at 44 Years Old
Decanter No.2 shows an image of the distillery and River Turret, which has always provided the distillery with an unparalleled source of water; it is the year 1821 to 1880 when new owners re-named the distillery “The Hosh” and announced the arrival of its whisky in London.
Decanter No.3: 1881-1960 – Cask #190005, distilled in 1990, bottled in 2023 at 32 Years Old
Decanter No.3 focuses on the years 1881 to 1960, a time that was marked by prohibition as well as a new owner at The Glenturret Distillery: James Fairlie, who had the vision to bring back the distillery to live after it had fallen silent for more than 30 years. His ambition to ‘preserve the traditional methods of distilling and to grow the appreciation for whisky’ still is one of the core pillars of The Glenturret’s philosophy today.
Tasting Notes: Syrup Sponge, Soft Sweet Notes Reminiscent Of Sherry At Christmas, Slight Hints Of Clove And Cinnamon. Dried Fruits And Gentle Wood Spices Dance On The Palate, Leaving A Rich But Slightly Dry Finish.
Decanter No.4: 1961-2020 – Cask #190014, distilled in 1998, bottled in 2023 at 25 Years Old
Decanter No.4 looks at the period between 1961 and 2020, which saw the distillery become one of the first and most popular destinations for visitors from across the world, including key politicians and British Royalty.
