Glenlossie 10 year old Flora & Fauna Single Speyside Malt Whisky 43%

South of Elgin, where Speyside flattens out toward the coast, sits a distillery few outside the trade have ever heard of. Glenlossie has spent decades quietly propping up blends like Haig's and Dimple – Flora & Fauna is one of the rare chances to meet it on its own.

Expert's Description

Glenlossie 10 Year Old Flora & Fauna Single Speyside Malt Whisky is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky bottled at 43%.

The bottle belongs to the Flora & Fauna series, launched in 1992 by the then United Distillers (today Diageo, the world's largest spirits company). The original series comprised 26 different single malts, chosen to show the breadth of Scotland's whisky regions – most bottled at 43%, a handful at cask strength, and some presented in wooden cases.

Glenlossie sits just south of Elgin alongside several other distilleries most drinkers have never heard of, since their output mainly feeds blends. Glenlossie is a well-known component of Haig's and Dimple, and it rarely appears on a label by itself.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Cornflakes and freshly cut vanilla arrive first, quietly rather than loudly – Glenlossie isn't a whisky that shouts. Behind the pale, cereal sweetness sits a hint of ripe orchard fruit, held back almost politely.

Palate

Ginger and toasted bread define the palate, carried on a soft, creamy body. The sweetness stays restrained and malty rather than fruity, and the texture is round without turning heavy.

Finish

White pepper adds a small spark to an otherwise quiet finish – short, dry and precise, like a parting remark from a whisky that would rather do its work inside a blend than stand alone on a shelf.

Specifications

Name: Glenlossie 10 Year Old Flora & Fauna Single Speyside Malt Whisky 43%
Distillery: Glenlossie
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Single Speyside Malt Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Edition: Flora & Fauna
EAN no.: 5000281010465

Flavour Profile

Malty · Lightly fruity · Spiced · Dry finish

Did You Know?

The Flora & Fauna series takes its name from the animal and plant illustrations Diageo placed on every label in the range – a small nod to the nature surrounding the 26 distilleries that otherwise rarely stepped into the spotlight themselves.

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Frequently asked questions about Glenlossie 10 Year Old Flora & Fauna

What makes Glenlossie 10 Year Old Flora & Fauna special?

It's a rare chance to taste Glenlossie as a single malt – most years, this Speyside whisky disappears entirely into blends like Haig's and Dimple.

Is Glenlossie 10 Year Old Flora & Fauna a smoky whisky?

No, Glenlossie is a typically unpeated Speyside malt with no smoke in the process. The aroma and flavour rest on cereal, light fruit and a touch of spice rather than smoke.

Is this whisky suitable for a beginner?

Yes, the 43% strength and the gentle, malty profile make Glenlossie 10 Year Old an easy, approachable introduction, even if you haven't tried much single malt before.

What is the Flora & Fauna series?

It's a range of single malts launched in 1992 by the then United Distillers (now Diageo) to showcase the breadth of Scotland's whisky regions – Glenlossie is one of the 26 original releases.

How should Glenlossie 10 Year Old Flora & Fauna be served?

Best at room temperature in a nosing glass, ideally with a few drops of water to open up the cornflake and vanilla notes on the nose.

Is Glenlossie a well-known whisky?

Glenlossie is best known among whisky enthusiasts as a key component of blends like Haig's and Dimple – as a standalone single malt, it's a far rarer find.

What glass should I use for Glenlossie 10 Year Old?

A tulip-shaped nosing glass concentrates the aromas best, highlighting both the cornflake note on the nose and the dry, peppery finish.

What sets Glenlossie apart from other Speyside malts?

Glenlossie stands out for its pale, cereal-driven style without the heavy imprint of sherry or bourbon casks – a more restrained, elegant take on the Speyside style than many of its sweeter neighbours.