Although it lies not twenty miles from Edinburgh's great castle and the bustle of the Royal Mile, Glenkinchie quiet surroundings make this tranquil place seem more remote.
This is rolling farm country, perfect for growing barley and described by Robert Burns as "the most glorious corn country I have ever seen".
Because of its closeness to Scotland’s capital city, the Glenkinchie distillery is a famed stopping point on the tourist trail – and the proud producer of what is commonly known as ‘The Edinburgh Malt’ – the pale, dry aperitif of choice for polite society.
It has also long been the favourite Lowland malt of the blenders, and so always in great demand.
Nose - Aromatic, vanilla, cut flowers and beneath, a clean, toasty note. Increasingly sweet and creamy, with fresh citrus, lemon cheesecake.
Body - Light, smooth.
Palate - Sweet, soft start becoming flowery. Crisp mid-palate then butter icing, lemon cheesecake and freesias.
Finish - Herbal and drying like pot-pourri.
70cl Bottle.
43% Vol.
