TANTILISE YOUR WHISKY TASTE BUDS

Whisky lovers can savour some of the world’s top selling single malt whiskies courtesy of Glen Grant during the 2012 FNB Whisky Live Festival taking place for the first time in Durban on 1 and 2 November and in Johannesburg from 7 to 9 November.
Glen Grant Master Distiller Dennis Malcolm, will personally guide visitors through a magnificent journey of discovery of the Glen Grant portfolio of easy-drinking malt whiskies. With some 50 years’ experience in the whisky industry, Dennis manages and directs Glen Grant with uncommon passion and an unrivalled knowledge of the industry.

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience a taste of Speyside Scotland and the rich history of Glen Grant at the Glen Grant Distillation Zone where you will be able to savour a taste of the Major’s Reserve, the 10 year and 16 year olds. Entry is free and works on a first come, first served basis.

Whisky connoisseurs might want to opt for a dedicated hour-long whisky workshop with Dennis Malcolm on Friday, 2 November (19h30-20h30) in Durban or on Wednesday, 7 November (18h30-17h30) and Friday, 9 November (20h30-21h30) in Johannesburg. Limited tickets are available at R120 per session. For more information and bookings visit www.whiskylivefestival.co.za

GLORIOUS GLEN GRANT
Whisky lovers can savour some of the world’s top selling single malt whiskies courtesy of Glen Grant during this year’s FNB Whisky Live Festival.

Showcasing whiskies from all around the world, the FNB Whisky Live Festival is the largest, whisky and lifestyle event of its kind and attracts more visitors than any other whisky festival globally. Now celebrating its 10th year, the 2012 FNB Whisky Live Festival has grown from strength to strength and will now be launching a whole month earlier to accommodate a third leg to the show in Durban.

Glen Grant Master Distiller Dennis Malcolm, will personally guide visitors through a magnificent journey of discovery of the Glen Grant portfolio of easy-drinking malt whiskies. The Glen Grant Distillation Zone can be visited at the FNB Whisky Live Festival on 1 and 2 November in Durban and 7 to 9 November in Johannesburg.

Visitors to these classes will be able to taste Glen Grant Major’s Reserve, the 10 year and 16 year olds as well as the award-winning 1992 Cellar Reserve. Glen Grant Cellar Reserve 1992 was one of only 16 single malt whiskies to be awarded Liquid Gold status at the inaugural 2010 Whisky Bible Liquid Awards.

Born on the distillery grounds in 1946, Dennis was destined for a life at Glen Grant. He started his career as apprentice cooper back in 1961 and went on to become one of only eight distinguished Distillery Managers at Glen Grant since 1890.
Since its acquisition by the Campari Group in 2006, the brand has continued to excel. The distinctive taste of Glen Grant has made inroads in the fast-growing single malt Scotch market and has catapulted the brand into the top three in terms of global sales.

Glen Grant continues to maintain the standards and innovations of the Grant family. The distilling methods of James ‘The Major’ Grant, son of founding brother James Grant, are still used to this day with unique tall slender stills and special purifiers that were developed over a century ago giving whiskies a light, fresh character – making the innovative Glen Grant whisky clearly different from any other brand.

The inimitable taste of Glen Grant is achieved through a combination of highland spring water, heat, malted barley and yeast processed with experience and dedication according to centuries-old tradition. After careful maturation in oak casks at the 170 year old distillery, every batch is hand-selected by his expert hand, ensuring the perfect delivery of the seductively smooth taste for which Glen Grant is renowned.

The distinctive pale, golden colour of Glen Grant adds to its visual appeal and its taste profile with crisp fruit, floral and vanilla tones in the bouquet and fruity vanilla accents on the palate sets it apart. The dry, nutty finish gives the whisky a well-rounded, yet immensely drinkable roundedness.

Created using a time-honoured process that has been perfected over generations, each exceptional Glen Grant expression is developed by Dennis.

When asked what in his opion makes a great single malt whisky, Dennis concluded: “Quite simply: Scotland. A superior single malt is the result of the land on which the whisky is produced and takes its ingredients from. A combination of highland spring water, yeast and malted barley, all from Scottish fields, and matured in an oak cask are the unique elements that create a seductively smooth taste, rich, fruity tones and a golden hue. Glen Grant is a perfect example of this.”

TASTING NOTES
Glen Grant Single Malt – The Major’s Reserve:
Colour: Light Gold
Nose: Soft, slightly dry with a delicate apple and fruity note.
Taste: Creamy, fruity.
Finish: Slightly dry, nutty.

Glen Grant 10 Year Old:
Colour: Rich golden barley
Nose: Medium/dry, with a good balance of ripe orchard fruits
Taste: Intense, fruity
Finish: Long, soft, nutty (Almond)

Glen Grant Single Malt 16 year Old:
Colour: Bright gold
Nose: Intense and smooth, rich orchard fruit
Taste: Soft, fresh with a good balance of ripe orchard fruit
Finish: Intensely fruity, long and lingering

In keeping with its innovative positioning, Glen Grant has developed some signature cocktails to tantalise the taste buds. These cocktails showcase the mixability of the brand with mixers such as apple juice, lemon juice and sugar syrup or Cinzano and grapefruit juice.

Jock Collins

• 1 tot Glen Grant
• 1 tot Lemon Juice
• ½ tot Sugar Syrup
• Fill up with soda water
• Serve in a long drink glass on Ice

Dennis’ Favourite (named after master distiller Dennis Malcolm)

• 1 tot Glen Grant
• Fill up with sparkling apple juice
• Serve in a long drink glass on ice

Miami Beach Cocktail

• 2 tots Glen Grant
• 2 tots Cinzano Vermouth extra dry
• 2 tots Grapefruit Juice
• Pour in a shaker and serve in a Martini glass

Malt Sour

• 1 tot Glen Grant
• 1 tot Lemon Juice
• ½ tot Sugar Syrup
• Shake with ice and serve in Tumbler glass without ice

More Info: https://www.whiskylivefestival.co.za

Author: Christel Liebenberg from Peridot Communications. Originally distributed by MyPR.co.za.

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