Glen Moray Begins Partnership With Senior Open Golf Tournament

Europe’s only senior major, The Senior Open, is a big deal in golf, and as it returns to Scotland between the 25th and 28th July, it arrives with new Official Whisky and fellow Scottish icon – Glen Moray.

It marks the teeing off of a three year, six-figure partnership during which Glen Moray’s team will serve dreamy drams and cocktails, one of which will be a bespoke commission, at their whisky bar in the Championship Village. 35,000 spectators are expected to see golf’s greatest legends in action over four days of play at the Carnoustie Golf Links.

But Glen Moray’s foray into golf doesn’t end there. They’ve also become the Official Whisky of the Tartan Pro Tour, which develops male and female golfers and was founded by 1999 Open Champion, Paul Lawrie. Glen Moray’s prestigious drams will be served at every leg of this 13-golf course tour.

If you’re not familiar with Glen Moray, then you must have no interest in Scotch whatsoever! It’s been created in historic Elgin, Speyside since the 19th century and is now one of the UK’s largest selling single malts. They have a diverse range but are known for their light, smooth and fruity style, as well as their innovative finishes.

For anyone lucky enough to be attending any of these picturesque golf events, you can now get a round of Glen Moray with your round of golf for the ultimate Scottish day out.

The Three Drinkers' Definitive Scotch Whisky Buying Guide 2019

Whisky has never been a hotter commodity. Globally, sales are at the largest they’ve ever been and value-wise, Knight Frank just described whisky as the best alternative investment of 2019. Sometimes however, we just want to drink the stuff. Want to get into whisky or pick up a bottle for a friend or parent? Start with the original: Scotch whisky. Here are some epic drams for every occasion, style and budget:

For the Whisky Novice

Wonderfully accessible in both style and price point, these three classic whiskies are hard to beat:

Glen Moray Classic Single Malt (£21, 40%, 70cl)

Think shortbread, lemongrass and butterscotch. Stockist: Glen Moray.

Johnnie Walker Black Label (£20, 40%, 70cl)

Smooth and creamy blended whisky with toffee notes and a touch of fig. Great alone, with ice or with a mixer. Stockist: Amazon.

Glenmorangie 10 year ‘The Original’ (£29.50, 40%, 70cl)

Un-peated, floral and citrussy, this a gorgeous single malt. Stockist: Master of Malt

For the Wine Lover

Many distilleries have taken to ‘finishing’ their whiskies in wine casks for extra depth of flavour and to create a wider range of editions. Lovers of whisky and wine, give these a go:

Glen Moray Port Cask Finish (£25, 40% abv, 70cl)

Sweet, dried fruit, vanilla and spice from eight months ageing in port pipes. Stockist: Glen Moray.

The Balvenie Doublewood 12 year (£38.75, 40%, 70cl)

Finished in Oloroso sherry butts, this is a classic, need-to know whisky that’s spicy, nutty and ever so slightly peated. Stockist Master of Malt.

Glenmorangie Nectar d’Or 12 Year (£50.90, 46%, 70cl)

Honey, marmalade and citrus notes shine from extended time in barrels that held Sauternes dessert wine. Stockist: Master of Malt.

For the Mixologist

Purists look away. Whisky can be enjoyed any which way you like it and if that’s with other ingredients, so be it. Here are three that work particularly well in cocktails:

Johnnie Walker Red Label (£20, 40%, 70cl)

A brilliant, inexpensive, smooth whisky that works particularly well with soft drinks and adds a spicy kick to cocktails. Stockist: Tesco and other supermarkets.

Glenfiddich 15 Year (£39.90, 40%, 70cl)

Made with a solera system like sherry, where barrels are constantly topped up, this is a very smart, marzipan and cinnamon-scented whisky that makes a killer Old Fashioned. Stockist: Master of Malt.

Jura Seven Wood (£55, 42%, 70cl)

Matured in seven types of wood from France to Kentucky, this richly fruited, textured and chocolately whisky actually goes well with white wine and a touch of agave syrup to soften the wood influence. Stockist: Master of Malt.

For the Collector

If this person really know their hogsheads from their butts, try one of these stunning, off-the-beaten track whiskies that will doubtless increase in value if you can keep your hands off them:

Fettercairn 1997, Aged 21 Years, Cask Strength (£106, 58%, 70cl)

A well-loved if little known distillery that have access to fantastic aged casks. This is all hazelnut, ginger cake and chocolate, which sings with a small drop of water. Stockist The Whisky Exchange.

The Dalmore King Alexander III (£184, 40%, 70cl)

A staggeringly beautiful blend of malts finished in sherry, madeira, marsala, port and bourbon casks. Notes of raspberry, toffee, orange and licorice. Divine! Stockist: The Whisky Exchange.

Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 - Cask 14772 (£244.98, 49.6%, 70cl)

This elegantly aged whisky should be wearing a smoking jacket and slippers. Notes of tobacco, walnut and Christmas cake. Stockist: Master of Malt.

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