Connoisseurs Choice Glen Grant 1996 28YO

Gordon & MacPhail is a historic Scottish whisky company founded in 1895 in Elgin and is widely regarded as one of the world’s most prestigious independent bottlers of Scotch whisky, known for sourcing spirit from many distilleries, maturing it in their own casks for long periods, and releasing rare and highly sought-after single malts that often don’t appear in official distillery ranges.

Connoisseurs Choice is an expressive range for enthusiasts, highlighting the influence of individual casks and maturation styles. These bottlings often feature higher strength, detailed cask information, and a wide variety of distilleries, offering unique and character-driven whiskies.

This beautifully matured Glen Grant from the 1996 vintage offers an elegant, long-aged Speyside profile with bright citrus and ripe orchard fruit up front—think grapefruit, pear and apricot on the nose—followed by a rich yet refined palate where sweet citrus intertwines with white chocolate, gentle vanilla and honeyed melon; a touch of oak spice and subtle pepper adds depth, leading to a medium-long, fruity finish with lingering soft spice and honeyed sweetness that showcases nearly three decades of delicate barrel influence.