Glenmorangie – Ealanta (1993) – Private Edition

Glenmorangie Ealanta, a distinguished single malt from the renowned Highland distillery, was first released in 2013 as the fourth in their celebrated Private Edition series. Distilled in 1993, this whisky uniquely matured entirely in heavily charred virgin American white oak, sourced from Missouri forests, imparting a depth rarely found in Glenmorangie expressions. The result is a bold and innovative spirit, offering a remarkably distinct aroma and taste – described by Jim Murray as entirely new in over three decades of tasting. Expect a rich, complex character with notes shaped by the intense char, earning Ealanta numerous accolades including Whisky of the Year in the 2014 Whisky Bible.