Glenmorangie 15 Year Old
70cl / 43%
£169.00
- Region: Scotland
- Coloring: Yes
A distinguished expression from the renowned Glenmorangie Distillery, this 15-year-old single malt is a testament to the art of patient maturation. Carefully aged in American white oak bourbon casks, it delivers a smooth, well-rounded profile with layers of honey, vanilla, dried fruit, and subtle spice.
Bottled at 43% ABV, this Highland malt offers a refined balance of sweetness and oak influence, making it an elegant choice for both seasoned whisky lovers and those new to single malts. Presented in a 700ml bottle, this release was bottled on September 10, 2009.
A classic representation of Glenmorangie’s craftsmanship, the 15-Year-Old is perfect for savoring neat or with a drop of water to unveil its delicate complexity.
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Once the step above the 10, this 15-year-old was double-matured in new oak and is now a sought-after discontinued Highlander at £140–£175.
At-a-Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Distillery / Region | Glenmorangie, Highlands |
| Category | Single malt Scotch whisky |
| Age / Bottled | 15 Years Old / Bottled early–mid 2000s (pre-2007 refresh) |
| ABV & Size(s) | 43% ABV, 70cl |
| Cask / Treatment | 10+ years in ex-bourbon, then transfer to new/virgin oak for further maturation |
| Natural Colour | Not stated by the producer |
| Non-Chill-Filtered | No (standard filtered presentation) |
| Cask Strength | No |
| Outturn | Not stated by the producer (core-but-limited slot in range) |
| Intended channel | General/specialist retail (now vintage) |
| Packaging | Cream/gold Glenmorangie carton of the period |
| Notes on discrepancies | Do not confuse with Glenmorangie Artein 15 (2012 private edition) or with wood-finish 15s; this is the core 15yo Rare Malt / Rare Highland of c. 2000s. |
Historical Context
Before the 2007 brand refresh, Glenmorangie ran a rather elegant ladder: 10 year old, 15 year old, various wood finishes, and 18. The 15 sat right in the middle and was often described as “a bigger 10” – same fragrant, citrus-and-honey Glenmorangie DNA but with more oak depth from time in new wood. When the range was simplified, the 15 was dropped and became one of those bottles people later missed. That is why specialist sites now label it “sadly discontinued” and collectors put it alongside the old Burgundy/Sherry/Madeira finishes.
Technical Specification & Variant Map
Documented variants
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Glenmorangie 15 Year Old, 70cl, 43%, Rare Malt/Rare Highland style carton, early–mid 2000s.
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Glenmorangie 15 Year Old in mixed discontinued sets, 43%, same era.
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Glenmorangie 15 Artein (2012 Private Edition) – separate product and should not be filed with this.
Variant Matrix
| ABV | Volume | Market | Era cues | Relative desirability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43% | 70cl | UK/EU, early 2000s | Cream/gold carton, “15 Years Old” | Core |
| 43% | 70cl | As part of discontinued multipack | Listed with Port/Madeira/Sherry Wood | Condition-led |
| 46% | 70cl | Artein 15 PE 2012 | Private Edition bottle | Different SKU |
Packaging & authenticity checklist
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Front must say “Glenmorangie 15 Years Old”.
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43% and 70cl must be present.
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Check carton edges and top; 20+ years’ storage often shows rubbing.
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Mixed-lot bottles may have no carton; price accordingly.
Regulatory/terminology notes
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15 year age statement is legally binding.
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Standard coloured and chill-filtered Highland single malt.
Liquid Profile (from retailer/critic descriptions)
Nose: Honey, vanilla, orange blossom, almond, gentle oak spice.
Palate: Fuller than the 10; creamy malt, heather honey, citrus oils, fresh oak, light coconut from the new wood.
Finish: Medium-long, drying oak and sweet malt.
With water: A splash will bring out citrus and almond further.
Distillery/Bottler Snapshot
Glenmorangie is famed for high-cut, very fruity spirit and for finishing/maturation innovation. The 15-year-old shows that same spirit after a long stay in American oak and then in fresher wood, so it is a nice bridge between the light 10 and the more opulent 18.
Sourcing
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Target: early-2000s carton, 70cl, 43%, fill into neck.
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Avoid: leaking capsules or low fill – these were bottled 20+ years ago.
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Buying around £100–£110 at auction leaves good room to list at £140–£160.
