TBWC Glen Garioch 33YO 500mL

A true Highland treasure, the Glen Garioch 33 Year Old from That Boutique-y Whisky Company is a rare and regal expression that captures the robust, slightly smoky character of Glen Garioch’s old-style distillate — matured to serene perfection over three decades. This is a whisky that tells a story of time, texture, and transformation. The nose opens in elegant waves of antique oak, waxed leather, and dried apricot, followed by warming hints of sandalwood, fruitcake, and orange oil. There’s a beautifully aged richness, with whispers of coal dust, musty cellar, and a soft trace of heather smoke, characteristic of Glen Garioch’s historic style. On the palate, it is dense, oily, and deeply layered. Flavours of date syrup, preserved citrus, and polished wood unfold alongside notes of black tea, burnt toffee, and old tobacco leaf. The mouthfeel is structured and commanding, with earthy tones, fading peat embers, and gentle spice building in harmony. The finish is long, meditative, and complex — tapering through dried herbs, leather-bound book, and a touch of bitter almond. A final note of rancio fruit, spent oak, and waxy citrus peel lingers on the palate like an echo of time well spent.