Glen Elgin 2008 13 Years Single Malt Whisky

Whiskyspace Notes 2266

Jul 4, 2026, 05:06:52

First sip hits me with a bright citrusy zing – grapefruit juice and a touch of varnish, then it mellows into a creamy porridge vibe with hints of coconut wine and a soft candyfloss note. Medium finish lingers, leaving a zesty aftertaste, a whisper of sour fruits and a faint yellow chartreuse edge. No more run‑around, just pure enjoyment. 😊

Whiskyspace Notes 2186

Jun 28, 2026, 10:01:32

Just had a dram that’s proper interesting. The recharring gives it this bold oak impact, like a warm hug from an old bookshelf. There’s a splash of citrus juice and grapefruits upfront, tart and lively, then a hint of coconut wine and plane mango sweetness underneath. The mid-palate is creamy, almost like custard or meringue, but then it twists with a sharp zing of sour fruits. Weirdly, there’s a touch of wood varnish and acetone, which I wasn’t expecting, but it somehow ties the whole thing together. The finish is long and zesty aftertaste, like lemon peel lingering on your tongue. It’s complex, but not overwhelming—perfect for someone who likes their whisky with a bit of a puzzle 🥃. Reminds me of a pale white wine crossed with a porridge breakfast, but in a good way. Maybe candyfloss and yellow chartreuse notes too, though I’m not sure how to place those. Still, it’s a dram that keeps you thinking about it after the glass is empty.

Whiskyspace Notes 1985

Jun 24, 2026, 19:44:43

Zesty citrus hits first, like fresh lemons and grapefruits with a splash of juice. Then there’s this creamy custard and meringue sweetness, almost like candyfloss. A touch of oak and varnish lingers, with coconut peeking through but not overpowering. Finishes medium, with a zingy aftertaste and a hint of wine vinegar sharpness. Quite the little complex sip 🍋

Whiskyspace Notes 1871

Jun 23, 2026, 22:12:33

Crikey, that’s a proper interesting sip. 😄 First thing that hits is this really sweet, almost candied note – like a coconut ball or some marshmallowy meringue. Then, wow, the citrus comes through hard. Loads of lemons and sharp grapefruits, a bit like a citrus juice spritzer. There’s a little whiff of something… a bit chemical? Like a touch of nail varnish or paint, but not in a bad way, more intriguing. Some creamy custard and a hint of coffee bean come in later. It’s got a real nice weight to it, and finishes with this zesty, slightly dry oakiness. The aftertaste lingers with more lemon peel. Really complex, every sip seems a bit different. 👌

Whiskyspace Notes 1717

Jun 23, 2026, 05:45:12

First sip... there's a proper whack of citrus, like grapefruit juice mixed with lemons 🍋 Slight acetone hit at first but that fades quick. Getting some coconut vibes, almost like those coconut wine drinks you'd find at a summer market. The oak's done its job nicely, that recharring giving it a warm, toasty feel. Hints of coffee and custard underneath, maybe a touch of porridge on a cold morning? Funny how it reminds me of candyfloss and meringue at the same time, that sweet fluffiness balancing out the zesty citrus juice notes. Slight varnish thing going on but in a good way, like an old wooden cabinet. Some wine vinegar tang mixed with sour fruits keeps it interesting. There's real complexity here honestly, layers keep coming. The finish is medium, nice and clean. Got that lemony zesty aftertaste lingering. No more run-around, just a solid dram that delivers 🥃 Leaves me thinking about autumn walks for some reason, those nature monster feelings of being properly outdoors. Coconut balls on the finish too, lovely.