The Glenmorangie The Elementa 14 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is part of Glenmorangie's "Legends" collection, often released as a travel retail exclusive. It is designed to showcase the power of wood finishing, with a focus on the influence of new, heavily charred oak.

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Review of Glenmorangie The Elementa 14 Year Old
The Elementa is a compelling expression that offers a bolder, spicier character than the typical gentle and fruity Glenmorangie house style, due to its unique cask finish.
Nose: It presents a rich and inviting aroma, where the influence of the charred oak is immediately apparent. You can expect notes of spiced toffee, vanilla, milk chocolate, and hints of clove and orange peel. There's a deep, woody note that adds complexity.
Palate: The mouthfeel is often described as intense, spicy, and creamy. It delivers a surge of dark ginger chocolate, cinnamon, and clove. The classic Glenmorangie fruitiness is there, but it's enveloped in a layer of toasted oak, baked peaches, and sweet spice, which lends a profile reminiscent of a rich dessert or spiced cake. The transition from the initial sweetness to a spicier, wood-forward character is a highlight.
Finish: The finish is typically medium to long, with a satisfying balance of lingering sweetness and spice. Notes of gingerbread, roasted nuts, and a dry, gentle warmth from the oak and spice are often noted.
Overall: The Elementa is a successful experiment in wood finishing, offering a more robust and American-whiskey-influenced flavor profile compared to other Glenmorangie expressions. It's a great choice for those who enjoy Highland whiskies with an assertive spice and a deep, chocolate-and-oak complexity.

Key Features
Feature Detail
Age 14 Years Old
Region Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask Maturation Dual Maturation Process: Initially matured in traditional American ex-bourbon oak casks, followed by an extended finishing period in new, heavily charred virgin American oak casks (often referred to as 'new charred oak').
ABV 43% Alcohol by Volume
Filtration Non-chill filtered
Color Natural Colour
Availability Primarily a Travel Retail Exclusive (part of The Legends Collection), meaning it is often found in duty-free stores.
Flavor Profile Known for its spicy and woody depth, with notes of dark chocolate, ginger, clove, vanilla, and toasted oak, offering a bolder take on the typical Glenmorangie style.
Awards Gold medals at various international spirits competitions, including the World Whiskies Awards and the International Spirits Challenge.

What's in the box
1 x Bottle