Glengoyne 12 - Whisky Review

Time for another dram!

A Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

A bit about

Glengoyne 12 has 43% ABV, a rich gold colour, and it was matured for 12 years in sherry casks.

So far, it has won quite a few awards at International Competitions, such as: Gold in 2020 at The Scotch Whisky Masters- The Spirits Business, Silver in 2020 at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and Gold at the IWSC in 2022 and Gold at the International Spirits Challenge in 2020 and 2022.

Time to try it

Nose: Coconut oil, lemon zest and vanilla with lingering oak

Palate: Cinnamon, apples, ginger spice, orange and lemon zest

Finish: Medium with oak and some dry sherry influence and citrusy dryness

Pros and Cons

More on the citrusy and slightly spicy side, but it still goes down pleasantly.

Great for sipping, with the lemony zest finish not being too overpowering but making me want to continue sipping.

I prefer it neat. Adding any water to it does not improve it for me in any way.

I have not tried any cocktails with this one, but I think I would keep it for sipping, as some of the more delicate aromas might get lost in most cocktails.

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In Conclusion

If you're looking for a pleasantly rich, citrusy whisky to sip, then maybe give this one a go. Don't expect it to absolutely change the way you look at whisky, but it is an easy-to-drink dram nonetheless.

If you're looking for a peated whisky or one with more layers of depth and sweetness, then this might not be the best choice to say the least.

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As always, please drink responsibly.

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