| Rating | 94 |
| Style |
Scotch Whiskey |
| Classification | Single Malt |
| Age Statement | 16 Years |
| Produced In | Scotland |
| ABV | 46% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $111.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2025-08-06 |
Glenmorangie The Nectar 16 Years Old Review
A whisky with dough in its DNA, this Highland single malt was created by Glenmorangie’s Director of Whisky Creation, Dr. Bill Lumsen, with the aim of recreating a memory of entering a (presumably very good) French pastry shop. He did so by first aging the whisky for 14 years in ex-bourbon casks then finishing for a further two years in sweet white wine casks. A truly sumptuous sipping experience, it brims with candied orange peels, jam, vanilla, and honey. The packaging looks great, the finish is luxurious, and the whole proposition feels well priced.
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