Torabhaig 7 Years Old Lady of the Glen The Quiraing, Playground of the Giants Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 60,4%

A rare independent bottling from Skye's newest distillery, named after the island's most dramatic landscape.

Expert description

Torabhaig 7 Year Old Lady of the Glen The Quiraing, Playground of the Giants is a Single Island Malt Scotch Whisky distilled at Torabhaig and bottled by independent bottler Lady of the Glen at cask strength 60.4%, with no added colour and no chill filtration. Torabhaig, only the second licensed whisky distillery ever on the island, opened in 2017 and was built around the remains of an abandoned 1760s farmstead as well as stone from the nearby Iron Age fort of Caisteal Chamuis. Lady of the Glen, founded in 2012 by Gregor Hannah in Fife, is known for hand-selecting and bottling rare single casks from Scottish distilleries without filtration. This bottling's name refers to the Quiraing, Britain's largest landslide, whose pillar-like rock formations are tied to giants in local folklore.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers smoke, sea air and a hint of citrus.

Palate

The palate is powerful with peat, salt and spiced malt.

Finish

The finish is long, smoky and mineral.

Specifications

Name: Torabhaig 7 år Lady of the Glen The Quiraing, Playground of the Giants Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Torabhaig
Bottler: Lady of the Glen
Region/Country: Isle of Skye, Scotland
Type: Single Island Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 7 years
ABV: 60.4%
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes

Flavour profile

Smoky · Salty · Powerful · Mineral

Investment potential

Medium — a rare independent single-cask bottling from one of Skye's two distilleries, bottled at cask strength with no filtration or added colour.

Did you know?

Quiraing is named after the Old Norse 'kví rand', meaning 'round fold', and is the result of Britain's largest landslide, formed over the last 15,000 years.

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Frequently asked questions about Torabhaig 7 år Lady of the Glen The Quiraing, Playground of the Giants Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Who is Lady of the Glen?

An independent Scotch whisky bottler founded in 2012 by Gregor Hannah in Fife, known for hand-selecting rare single casks from distilleries across Scotland and bottling them at natural cask strength without chill filtration.

What kind of distillery is Torabhaig?

Only the second licensed whisky distillery ever on the Isle of Skye, opened in 2017 on the site of an abandoned 1760s farmstead.

How is Torabhaig 7 år Lady of the Glen The Quiraing, Playground of the Giants Single Malt Scotch Whisky best served?

In a nosing glass with plenty of water added to tame the high cask strength and open up the smoky notes.

How should Torabhaig 7 Years Old Lady of the Glen The Quiraing, Playground of the Giants Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 60,4% be stored?

Standing upright, cool and dark, like any other spirits bottle. Once opened, the contents keep best if enjoyed within a year or so.

Is Torabhaig 7 Years Old Lady of the Glen The Quiraing, Playground of the Giants Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 60,4% a good gift idea?

Yes, Torabhaig 7 Years Old Lady of the Glen The Quiraing, Playground of the Giants Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 60,4% is a natural choice for anyone who appreciates craftsmanship and characterful flavour experiences — especially for the whisky enthusiast keen to explore beyond the most familiar names.

Is Torabhaig 7 Years Old Lady of the Glen The Quiraing, Playground of the Giants Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 60,4% chill-filtered?

Yes, it is chill-filtered in the traditional way, and a small amount of caramel colouring has been added for a consistent appearance.