Scotch Whisky Review: Cask Masters Glenlossie 14 Year Old
A very interesting release form the folks at Cask Masters, showcasing a favourite and lesser known Speyside distillery in Glenlossie. A grassy, light, gently peated style of single malt that is often found in Johnnie Walker blends.
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Phil Dwyer is a whisky enthusiast, YouTuber, and manager of The Whisky Shop Manchester, UK.
A very interesting release form the folks at Cask Masters, showcasing a favourite and lesser known Speyside distillery in Glenlossie. A grassy, light, gently peated style of single malt that is often found in Johnnie Walker blends, as well as the odd official bottling. This particular expression has been matured in a first fill white port hogshead, showcasing how summery and gentle Glenlossie can really be.
White peach, strawberry, jasmine tea, wafer biscuits, a little spirit driven but Glenlossie has this wonderfully effervescent, fresh fruit aroma to it.
A lot of gristy, malted barley flavours, a little beer like in all honesty! Some brioche/yeast notes running around the palate. Very grassy, sweet and light.
A little grappa like. It has some rich notes of raisin and sultana but has a warming, gentle feel of Cognac. A little spirit driven but is very fresh and approachable.
If you add water then the spirit driven quality of it does go away to be replaced by more of this fresh peach and strawberry note. A very interesting release with a great combination of single malt spirit style and a perfectly fit barrel.
Phil Dwyer
Phil Dwyer’s passion for whisky is undeniable. With a decade of experience in whisky retail and nearly as long running Whisky Wednesday on YouTube, Phil is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm with fellow whisky lovers. His goal is to make whisky accessible and enjoyable, dispelling the jargon and complexity that can sometimes surround the spirit. In addition to his online presence, Phil manages The Whisky Shop Manchester, where he curates an impressive selection of some of the finest drams available.
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