House Of Hazelwood The Eight Grain 40 Year Old

House of Hazelwood The Eight Grain 40 Year Old is an exceptional expression drawn from the Gordon family's private whisky reserves, bringing together mature spirits from eight of Scotland's active and closed grain distilleries. Aged for 40 years in American white oak casks, this rare blend offers an indulgent combination of caramelized banana, baked sugar, creamy toffee and ripe stone fruits, complemented by delicate oak and bright citrus. Bottled at natural cask strength of 48.5% ABV without chill filtration or added colouring, this limited release comprises just 384 individually numbered bottles.

Food Pairing: Salted caramel chocolates, banana bread, crème brûlée, roasted pecans, peach tart, buttery shortbread or aged Gouda.

Tasting Notes: Caramelized banana, baked sugar, banoffee pie, ripe stone fruits, creamy vanilla, gentle oak and bright citrus.

Nose: Rich caramelized banana, warm baked sugar, creamy toffee and banoffee pie, with a delicate touch of fresh wood.

Palate: Smooth and rounded, with ripe peaches, rich grain sweetness, creamy caramel and subtle citrus freshness.

Finish: Elegant and lingering, with soft vanilla, caramelized sugar, delicate oak and a gentle fruity sweetness.

Serve: Best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn glass at room temperature. Allow several minutes for the mature aromas to develop, or add a few drops of water to explore its softer fruit notes.