The Glen Grant introduces Exploration No. 1, the first release in a limited-edition series of single malt Scotch whiskies celebrating the distillery’s explorative heritage. Finished in rum casks, Exploration No.1 is a sumptuous whisky with a depth of sweetness and the vibrancy of tropical fruits from the selected cask finish.
This meticulously crafted Speyside single malt Scotch whisky is the first yearly release in the series, which will explore the unique flavours imparted from different cask finishes sourced from around the world,.
The Exploration Series draws inspiration from the visionary spirit of James ‘The Major’ Grant, the distillery’s eccentric and adventurous forefather. Known for his passion for discovery, ‘The Major’ travelled far and wide in his worldly quest to uncover flavours that would inspire the singular character for The Glen Grant. Elevating the vibrancy of the Glen Grant’s delicately aromatic spirit defined by a fruity character, the finishes on these limited-release whiskies tell a story of rich layers of flavour, influenced by the specific cask selection.
Greig Stables, Glen Grant Master Distiller said: “Each release in the Exploration Series has been an opportunity for us to experiment with distillation, finishes and flavour profiles. I’m very excited to launch the series with Exploration No. 1, a vivid expression that is best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water.”
“In the past several years I’ve developed a real love and admiration for aged rums, and an understanding of just how deep and rich the flavours of rum can be. This experience inspired us to explore the impact of a rum finish on the distinctive fruity character of The Glen Grant. What we found was the amplification of the flavours, bringing a vibrant topicality to the fruity foundations of our spirit.”
