Glenmorangie Spios (70cl)

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Glenmorangie Spìos is a distinctive, spice‑driven single malt that stands out in the Private Edition series for its full maturation in American rye whiskey casks. This unusual choice brings a bold, aromatic character to Glenmorangie’s typically elegant Highland style, resulting in a whisky with vibrant complexity and a lively, peppery edge. The aroma is bright and inviting, with notes of clove, cinnamon, nutmeg and sweet vanilla layered over hints of citrus peel and creamy toffee. On the palate, it’s smooth yet energetic, opening with warming rye spice before developing flavours of ginger, toasted oak, buttery pastry and subtle herbal undertones. The texture remains refined throughout, with Glenmorangie’s signature silkiness balancing the bolder spice notes. The finish is long, warming and gently peppery, leaving lingering impressions of sweet baking spice and soft oak. A characterful and expressive release that showcases how rye cask influence can bring a fresh dimension to a classic Highland malt, offering both richness and vibrancy in equal measure.