Glenmorangie A Tale of Ice Cream | Whisky Review
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Introduction
Welcome to Whisky.com, where we explore the world of spirits. Today, I am excited to share my thoughts on the latest limited edition from Glenmorangie: A Tale of Ice Cream. This whiskey was launched prominently, and it marks an intriguing new entry following the recent releases we've seen from Glenmorangie, including the Triple Cask and the revamped 12-Year-Old expression.
What Makes It Special
Unlike many special editions that lean towards unique wine or fruity cask finishes, Glenmorangie chose to focus on first-fill and second-fill bourbon casks for this expression. This decision showcases the versatility and richness that can be achieved with just these casks. In addition, Glenmorangie undertook a notable step—enhancing the casks through additional toasting, which amplifies the vanilla characteristics in the spirit.
The resulting profile resembles that of a virgin oak influence, offering a creamy vanilla essence while minimizing the sweetness typically associated with bourbon cask aging. The toasting process effectively caramelizes the lignins in the oak, thus enriching the vanilla notes in the whiskey.
Tasting Experience
The launch event was a delightful experience, featuring an array of ice cream inspired by the whiskey’s flavor profile. With various toppings, the ice creams echoed the notes detected in the Glenmorangie A Tale of Ice Cream. The dominant flavors of vanilla and caramel shine through, but there's a distinct character from the distillery that remains intact.
Having visited the Glenmorangie Distillery, I appreciate the foundational flavors that come through in this whiskey—subtle hints of pineapple and peach from the wash add a unique dimension to the tasting journey.
On my first impression, I likened this whiskey to a “kaleidoscope of cookies,” where the rich maltiness and the distillery's fruity notes harmonize beautifully to create a bakery-like essence. The creaminess, reminiscent of a light ice cream, further enhances the overall experience.
Unlike many whiskies that present heavy cask influence, Glenmorangie A Tale of Ice Cream maintains a delightful balance between the oak's vanilla character and the distinctive notes from Glenmorangie's own production, making it one of the limited editions that showcases the distillery character prominently.
Conclusion
Glenmorangie A Tale of Ice Cream is now available internationally, and I encourage you to seek it out. If you're in the Netherlands or Belgium, you can find it in our shop on Whisky.com. It’s a light, creamy whiskey that delivers delightful cookie-like flavors—an impressive addition to any whiskey enthusiast’s collection.
Keywords
- Glenmorangie
- A Tale of Ice Cream
- Limited Edition
- First-fill
- Second-fill
- Bourbon casks
- Vanilla
- Distillery character
- Pineapple
- Peach
- Ice cream
- Tasting notes
FAQ
1. What is Glenmorangie A Tale of Ice Cream?
Glenmorangie A Tale of Ice Cream is a limited edition whiskey that features first-fill and second-fill bourbon casks with enhanced vanilla characteristics through additional cask toasting.
2. How does it differ from other Glenmorangie expressions?
This edition focuses on bourbon cask influences, avoiding overbearing sweetness from other cask types, allowing the distillery’s signature fruity notes to shine through.
3. Where can I purchase A Tale of Ice Cream?
The whiskey is available internationally, and in the Netherlands and Belgium, it can be found on the Whisky.com shop.
4. What tasting notes can I expect from this whiskey?
You can expect a creamy, vanilla-forward profile with underlying notes of pineapple and peach, creating a cookie-like flavor experience.
5. Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes, the light and creamy profile, along with its balance of flavors, makes it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced whiskey drinkers.