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Whisky Review: Glasgow 1770 Tokaji Cask Finish Batch 2 (Unpeated)

The Glasgow 1770 Tokaji Finish is layered and complex, with plenty to discover in every sip, especially with a drop of water.

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Tasting Notes

About:

One of three Glasgow Distillery Co.’s latest small batch series for 2024 is unpeated at 54.8% ABV which has had a second maturation of three years and six months in Hungarian Tokaji casks. A combination from over four casks this is a limited release with only 1,300 bottles.
Appearance:
An fully natural orange tinted amber colour with a silky texture in the glass leaving short tears when swirled.
Nose:
Quite a strong wood forward note at the front which dominates plenty of sweet notes like liquorice and marzipan. While an unpeated spirit there seems to be hints of overly burnt chestnuts mixed with dried mango and oranges.

Some more delicate notes can be found amongst the heavier flavors with cherry and rose lokum (Turkish Delight).
Palate:
The first sip is very heavy with the high abv overpowers the mouth taking a few moments to subside for the other notes to come through. A huge mix of fruits such as apricots, plums and zesty kiwi fruit.

After a while it becomes more viscose with a honey like texture contrasting with sharp green grapes and lemonade flavors.
Finish:
A remarkably long sweet finish reminiscent of grilled pineapple which has been caramelized on a log fire.
Comments:
While a highly unique and interesting release, overall the notes feel jumbled with the cask influence overpowering the natural Glasgow Distillery spirit. This is a whisky that takes time in the glass and drop of water to open up further.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Pete "Jeff Whisky" Jeffery

Based in the South West of the UK, Jeff brings an irreverent and laid-back approach to whisky reviewing, dispelling any notions of snobbery surrounding the spirit. With a genuine enthusiasm for exceptional drams, he often embraces the whimsical side of whisky. Jeff's tongue-in-cheek whisky content has earned him recognition in the Malt Whisky Yearbook, and he has contributed articles and reviews to numerous whisky platforms.

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