Glen Moray Fired Oak 10 Years
The fired oak in the Glen Moray Fired Oak 10 years represents a maturation in heavily burnt barrels made from fresh American white oak. The single malt matured for 10 years in ex-bourbon casks before being given a 10-month finish in the fired oak casks.
Tasting Notes
Nose
The first impression is sweet and inviting, like a hint of candy floss. A scent of sun-ripened orange followed by a gentle embrace of vanilla and caramel spreads. A drop of coffee rounds off the flavour profile, subtle yet remarkable.
Palate
The Glen Moray reveals a powerful presence of ethanol, which quickly gives way to a rich sweet flavour. Flavours such as juicy banana chips and a pleasant malt tone take over. An oaky spiciness unfolds in the mouth, accompanied by a silky, buttery mouthfeel.
Finish
The finish is of medium length, a delicate note of liquorice chocolate remains.
Thoughts
Marcel 75/100
This Glen Moray Fired Oak 10 Years brings genuine drinking pleasure to the glass with its sweet vanilla and fruity notes – a character that’s more fun than its older sibling. For great value for money, it’s a dram that really lifts your spirits with its bourbon oak influence.
Sascha 77/100
The Glen Moray Fired Oak 10 Years impresses with its balanced structure and the exciting interplay of sweetness, malt, and subtle oak spice. The moderate alcohol strength and medium-length finish deliver a well-focused Speyside malt that offers solid quality at a fair price.
Value for Money: Excellent
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What does the finishing in Fired Oak casks mean for the Glen Moray Fired Oak 10 Years?
The finishing in Fired Oak casks means that after its 10-year maturation in ex-bourbon barrels, the whisky spends an additional roughly 10 months in heavily charred American white oak casks. This imparts a more intense oak character with smoky and spicy aromas.
How does maturation in ex-bourbon barrels influence the flavor of this Glen Moray whisky?
The initial 10-year maturation in ex-bourbon barrels provides the Glen Moray Fired Oak 10 Years with its sweet and vanilla notes, such as caramel and sun-ripened orange, which are typical of bourbon casks.
Why is the 40% alcohol content relevant for enjoying the Glen Moray Fired Oak 10 Years?
At 40% ABV, the Glen Moray Fired Oak 10 Years offers a balanced relationship between flavor and drinkability. The alcohol is present but not overpowering, allowing complex taste notes like banana, malt, and licorice chocolate to come through nicely.