Glen Moray Port Cask Finish
Located in the heart of Scotland’s Speyside region, Glen Moray is known for approachable, fruit-driven whiskies. Since the grand opening of its visitor centre on July 6th, 2004, the distillery has continued to evolve while staying true to its roots. Interestingly, Glen Moray played a key role in the early days of wood finishing experiments — a technique that would later make Glenmorangie world-famous. With the Port Cask Finish, Glen Moray presents a no-age-statement single malt matured in ex-bourbon barrels before receiving a finishing period in port wine casks. Bottled at a friendly 40% ABV, it's an ideal choice for those new to whisky.
The panel
Mean 76.5 · spread 1
Value for money 5/5
- Distillery
- Glen Moray
- Type
- Single Malt
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Strength
- 40% ABV
- Character
- rich
Tasting
Nose
Right from the first sniff, the whisky offers a warm and inviting aroma. Notes of white chocolate, a subtle wine-like character, and a gentle touch of leather emerge. Black cherries add fruity depth, supported by a pleasantly malty sweetness. The nose invites you to take that first sip.
Palate
On the palate, sweetness takes the lead — clearly showcasing the influence of the port cask. A light bitterness provides a nice balance. Hints of caramel and vanilla mingle with soft oak, and there’s a touch of youthful spirit that gives it a charming character rather than being a drawback.
Finish
The finish is short but harmonious. Grainy and bready notes linger, accompanied by a touch of spice and a final trace of fruity sweetness.
Verdicts
Marcel
Lighthearted and charming, the Glen Moray Port Cask Finish brings plenty of drinking pleasure to the glass without being overly complicated – a genuine Speyside treat with a sweet, fruity port wine touch that leaves you wanting more. For anyone seeking an uncomplicated whisky with character, this is a fantastic companion for relaxed evenings.
Sascha
The Glen Moray Port Cask Finish impresses with its well-balanced interplay between malty sweetness and a refined port wine finish, even though the short finish lacks a bit of lasting persistence. A technically solid Speyside single malt that offers an interesting, structured alternative, especially for newcomers to cask finishes.
What it is worth
We do not yet hold bottle-level auction results — that sits behind Whisky Hunter’s authenticated feed. What follows is the market for Glen Moray as a whole, which sets the weather for this bottling without pricing it.
Latest mean bid £110 across 110 lots · 2024-08