Glengoyne Cuartillo

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Glengoyne Cuartillo is a beautifully crafted Highland single malt whisky that showcases the distillery’s unwavering dedication to tradition, patience, and the rich influence of sherry cask maturation. Created as part of the limited Spirit of Oak travel retail collection, Cuartillo takes its name from an old Spanish measurement for sherry, reflecting Glengoyne’s close connection with the famed sherry bodegas of Jerez.

This expression has been matured predominantly in hand-selected first-fill American oak sherry casks, which were previously seasoned with fine Oloroso sherry. These casks lend the whisky a distinctive character, balancing the natural sweetness and softness of Glengoyne’s unpeated spirit with the richness and depth of sherry-soaked oak.

On the nose, Cuartillo reveals inviting aromas of stewed fruits and honeyed almonds, underpinned by notes of vanilla, citrus peel and a gentle touch of spice. There’s a freshness to it – a hallmark of Glengoyne’s slow distillation process – that allows delicate flavours to shine through with clarity.

The palate is smooth and generous, offering layers of baked apple, soft toffee, and dried apricots, gently wrapped in warm cinnamon and nutmeg. The influence of the American oak imparts a mellow sweetness and silky texture, enhancing the whisky’s complexity without overwhelming its elegant core.

The finish is long and warming, with subtle echoes of oak spice, hints of raisins, and a final flourish of orange zest that lingers on the tongue.

Glengoyne Cuartillo is an exceptional choice for those who appreciate the nuanced art of sherry cask maturation. Whether enjoyed neat, with a splash of water, or savoured slowly among friends, it is a whisky that speaks to the value of time, craft, and understated sophistication.