Glenmorangie A Tale of The Forest Scotch Whisky
Glenmorangie A Tale of The Forest Scotch Whisky is a 46% ABV (92 proof) Highland single malt in a 750mL bottle — a limited-edition experiment built from barley kilned with woodland botanicals: juniper berries, birch bark and heather flowers, plus a touch of peat, an ancient malting method revived by Dr. Bill Lumsden. Aged in bourbon barrels including many refill casks, it is available to order online now at Del Mesa Liquor.
- Proof / ABV: 46% ABV / 92 proof
- Size: 750mL
- Aging: no age statement; matured in bourbon barrels (many refill casks)
- Origin: Glenmorangie distillery, Tain, Highlands, Scotland
- Edition: limited edition; botanical-kilned barley (juniper, birch bark, heather, peat)
The Whisky That Smells Like a Walk in the Woods
Every time Dr. Bill Lumsden walks the woods near his home, he notices something new — and A Tale of the Forest is his attempt to bottle it. Glenmorangie is the first of the house's whiskies ever made from barley kilned with materials gathered from the forest floor, and the result is lush, leafy and unmistakably Glenmorangie: pine needles, woodland moss, juniper's sharpness, eucalyptus, mint, bitter orange and a distant wisp of smoke, all riding the distillery's famously tall-still elegance. Illustrator Pomme Chan's fantastical woodland artwork wraps the pack. See the rest of the Glenmorangie range or explore more Scotch whisky at Del Mesa Liquor.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Sweet malt, biscuit and creaminess with a botanical edge — juniper, coriander, pine needles and damp woodland; a splash of water releases nettle, mint and perfumed herbs.
Palate: Peppery and effervescent at first, then peppermint, menthol, eucalyptus, pine and wood sap with angelica, bitter orange and a hint of aromatic wood smoke.
Finish: Slow and gently oaky — citrus notes of orange and lemon fading into lingering botanical pepper.
How to Enjoy
Sip neat to take in the full forest-floor complexity, or add a splash of water to lift the herbal and citrus top notes — the distillery itself suggests it works deep in the forest or in cocktails at home. Try it in a bold Old Fashioned, or pair with herbal cheeses and dark chocolate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes A Tale of the Forest different from other Glenmorangie?
It is the first Glenmorangie whisky made from barley kilned with woodland botanicals (juniper berries, birch bark, heather flowers, a little peat) — an ancient method no other Glenmorangie uses.
What is the ABV of Glenmorangie A Tale of the Forest?
46% ABV (92 proof).
Is it peated?
Not peated in the Islay sense — the gentle smokiness comes from the botanical kilning, not peat-malted barley as the main driver.
Is this a limited edition?
Yes — a one-time limited release in Glenmorangie's experimental "A Tale of" series.
A whisky like nothing else in the Glenmorangie range — grab this limited edition while it lasts, available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.