* Box may not be included.
Every batch of Gladstone Axe American Oak is made from 100% malted barley and aged in American oak barrels that were previously used for bourbon production. Aging our scotch whisky in ex-bourbon barrels imparts mellow sweet notes to the blend of malt whiskies that compose this one-of-a-kind scotch. Gladstone Axe American Oak is made from a selection of malt whiskies from 14 different Highland and Islay malt distilleries.
Appearance: Mid amber, chestnut, tofee
Aroma: Rich, spicy, vanilla, fruit
Taste: Top notes of malt loaf with sultanas and dried fruits, spiced with nutmeg and allspice; a suggestion of apple dumpling and spiced apple pie. Unusually smooth.
ADDITIONAL INFO
Every batch of Gladstone Axe American Oak is made from 100% malted barley and aged in American oak barrels that were previously used for bourbon production. Aging our scotch whisky in ex-bourbon barrels imparts mellow sweet notes to the blend of malt whiskies that compose this one-of-a-kind scotch. Gladstone Axe American Oak is made from a selection of malt whiskies from 14 different Highland and Islay malt distilleries.
WILLIAM GLADSTONE. our great-great grandfather and four times
prime minister had a love for Scotland. He signed the spirits act of
1860 which allowed for blending of scotch for the first time ever.
Known as "THE GRAND OLD MAN™ his passion and pastime
was felling trees with his trusty collection of axes.
The Rob Roy
-1.5 Parts Gladstone Axe
-3/4 Parts Hotel Starlino Vermouth
-1-2 dashes of bitters
-Garnish with Hotel Starlino Maraschino Cherry
Reviewers praise Gladstone Axe American Oak for its inventive approach of aging a blend of 14 Highland and Islay malt whiskies exclusively in ex-bourbon American oak barrels, producing a mellow, sweet, and approachable Scotch profile that appeals to bourbon fans exploring whisky. Most enthusiasts find it an excellent gateway Scotch for those more accustomed to American whiskey, citing its vanilla and caramel notes as welcoming. It earns consistent marks as an enjoyable, well-priced blended malt with a distinctive cross-genre identity. Many regard it as a reliable everyday Scotch with broader appeal than traditional expressions.
*This is an AI-generated summary based on publicly available reviews and discussions.
