Glenmorangie The Taghta

Glenmorangie The Taghta

An unusual offering from Glenmorangie, the Taghta, pronounced Tuh-tah [;chosen’ in Scottish Gaelic] is notable for being the world’s first crowdsourced whisky. Over an 18-month programme called “Cask Masters,” thousands of Glenmorangie fans from over 30 countries voted on every aspect of its creation, including the choice of finishing cask, the name and the design of the label. Even where the product should be officially launched was chosen by them.

• Nose

  Curiously nutty and salty at full strength, reminding you of brazil nuts embedded in toffee, hints of linseed oil, and some savoury cured ham. A splash of water opens up the whisky, bringing into play a burst of aged balsamic vinegar, dried fruits, tangy-orange, and a gentle reminder of Christmas incense and spice.

• Taste

  The texture is oily and viscous, with a delicious primary flavour of caramelised orange and lemon, plump sultanas, a hint of brown sugar, but then a wave of salty, briny notes – olives, salted cashew nuts and some nice, toasty oak flavours, like walnut and leather.

• Finish

  The long aftertaste is rich, mellow and soothing, with flavours of toffee, caramel, chocolate and dates.

Size: 70cl

ABV: 46%