When it comes to crowning the best whisky, it is worth looking to Scotland. There, Glenmorangie is among the favorites — and by sales figures, even the most popular single malt among the Scots themselves.
Discover Glenmorangie Whisky: Smooth Single Malts from the Highlands
Glenmorangie impresses not only with its taste but also with a record: the distillery operates with the tallest stills in Scotland. They reach a height of eight meters, with necks measuring an impressive 5.14 meters — tall enough for a giraffe to peek in. While whisky isn't just about size, these proportions are key to its exceptionally smooth character.
Located on the shores of the Dornoch Firth in the northern Highlands, Glenmorangie relies on hard spring water. Anyone familiar with limescale marks at home knows what that means. Yet Glenmorangie values this particular water composition, which plays a crucial role in the smooth, refined texture of its whiskies.
Tradition Meets Luxury: Glenmorangie Under the Roof of LVMH
Since the 19th century, Glenmorangie has been distilling excellent whisky in Tain, a small town in the Highlands. Initially operating illegally — a testament to typical Scottish stubbornness — the house grew into an established name. Today, Glenmorangie, along with Ardbeg, is part of the luxury group Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. The result: award-winning whiskies that delight connoisseurs around the world.
Glenmorangie Nectar D'Or: Fruity Delight for a Whisky Sour
The Glenmorangie Nectar D'Or matures in fine Sauternes casks, enchanting with honey-sweet, citrus-fresh, and spicy aromas. Its smooth structure and notes of white chocolate and ginger make it perfect for cocktails or pure enjoyment.
Recipe: Whisky Sour
- 5 cl Glenmorangie Nectar D'Or
- 3 cl fresh lemon juice
- 2 cl sugar syrup
- 2 dashes of bitters
- 1 egg white (optional)
Shake vigorously over ice and strain into a pre-chilled glass. The Whisky Sour highlights the fruity diversity of the Nectar D'Or beautifully.
Glenmorangie The Lasanta: Sherry Warmth for Your Manhattan
With the Glenmorangie The Lasanta, a full-bodied Highland whisky fills your glass, enriched by maturation in Oloroso and PX sherry casks, offering aromas of raisins, caramel, and orange zest. Its rich sweetness and warm texture make it ideal for classic cocktails.
Recipe: Manhattan
- 5 cl Glenmorangie The Lasanta
- 2.5 cl sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes of bitters
- A cherry for garnish
Stir the ingredients over ice, strain into a coupe glass, and garnish with a cherry. The Manhattan elegantly brings out the deep, warming notes of The Lasanta.
