Glen Ord 28 Year Old

Glen Ord 1974 23 Year Old

Glen Ord was founded in 1838 on the Black Isle, some 15 kilometers northwest of Inverness. Only 20% is destined for single malt releases, the rest is for Diageo’s blending needs with Johnnie Walker and Dewar’s in the lead. In 1998 this 23 Year Old Glen Ord from 1974 was released in the Rare Malts Selection. OMG, this is a very interesting nose!...

Score 87/100

Glen Ord 28 Year Old

I must confess, I find the age of 28 somewhat odd to bottle, especially given the fact that there is a 25 and 30 Year Old. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not complaining. This one has, coincidence or not, the same ABV as his 3 year younger brother. The nose starts off grassy, but also quite fruity. I get licquorice, sweet malt and tea that’s a bit...

Score 82/100

Glen Ord 30 Year Old

gift sample from a friend Nose: Oh man, this is the sort of thing that I go for. It starts very waxy with a bit of clean, light honey. Lemon zest, quince, mirabelle jam. Some wood and vanilla. A few high-pitch floral notes and nuts, reminding me somewhat of a Folle Blanche cognac in its youth. This is elegance in a bottle. Very light chocolate...

Score 95/100

Glen Ord 30 Year Old

10 years ago, back in 2005 Diageo distiller Glen Ord released a 30yo expression. To this day it will remain their oldest official expression, but who knows maybe they'll release a 40yo statement this year. Description: the cask that was used is unknown, but I suspect refill or second fill sherry. burnished gold colour, most likely bottled at cask...

Score 88/100