Distilled: 1965 | Stated age: 40 years old | ABV: 47,8% | Region: Highland | Country: Scotland | Type: Single malt Scotch whisky

Glenglassaugh is a Scottish distillery located in the Highlands, near Portsoy on the coast of the Moray Firth. It was founded in 1874 by businessman James Moir, but its operation was interrupted several times. The distillery closed in 1907 due to a drop in demand for whisky and remained out of business until 1960 when it reopened as the market began to grow again. However, Glenglassaugh faced challenges; its distinctive spirit was difficult to blend, greatly limiting its use. This ultimately led to its closure in 1986, and many assumed that the distillery would remain closed permanently. In 2008, however, production surprisingly resumed. In 2013, Glenglassaugh was incorporated into the BenRiach Distillery Co. group, joining the BenRiach and Glendronach distilleries. Although there was a 22-year gap in the distillery's stock, good cask management has allowed it to combine older whiskies with modern production to launch new bottlings. Today, Glenglassaugh's distillate is known for its distinctive fruit and honey notes, with some of the production also being peaty.

Glenglassaugh 1965 is a single malt whisky bottled by independent distillery Murray McDavid as part of their prestigious Mission Cask Strength series. This range focuses on limited bottlings of exceptional and rare whiskies, often from closed distilleries or very old stocks. The whisky was distilled in 1965 and bottled after 40 years of aging in a combination of sherry casks, with a subsequent finish in Rivesaltes wine casks, imparting a rich and complex flavor profile.

The bottle bears the signature of the legendary Jim McEwan, who was instrumental in the restoration and reopening of Bruichladdich Distillery in 2001 and held the position of master distiller until 2015. His signature appears only on truly exceptional bottlings, which are still valued among whisky connoisseurs and collectors.

Nose: Fresh, with notes of grapefruit, grapes, heather, and tangerines.

Taste: Light, fresh, grassy, slightly floral, with hints of marzipan, vanilla, sweet grapes, and a touch of honey.

Finish: Medium-long, syrupy and sweet with hints of grapes and a rounded texture.

The auctioned bottle is number 380/411 and is delivered in a stylish wooden box.