Description
Glenugie 1966 miniature
Glenugie 1966, Gordon & MacPhail Connoisseurs Choice, 5cl 40%
Other Information
Established in 1968 by George Urquhart, a visionary in the whisky industry, the Connoisseurs Choice range by Gordon & MacPhail revolutionized the market by showcasing single malts from distilleries that had never been bottled as such before. Over the decades, this range has featured over 2,000 bottlings from nearly 100 Scottish distilleries, celebrating the unique characteristics of each. Today, it remains a testament to the art of maturation and the diversity of Scotland's whisky heritage, offering rare and sought-after single malts from both historic and contemporary distilleries.
Condition Notes
Glenugie Distillery
Glenugie Distillery: A Collector's Legacy at Whisky Auctions
Once Scotland’s most easterly distillery, Glenugie, established in 1831 near Peterhead, faced economic challenges, particularly during the 1980s. Despite its reputation as one of the best distilleries in northern Scotland, it experienced a tumultuous history with many operators and closures.
Key Highlights:
Established in 1831: Originally named Invernettie, it was later renamed Glenugie in 1837.
Innovative Equipment: Featured pot stills with shell and tube condensers, producing around 90,000 gallons per year.
- High-Quality Blend: Primarily used in Long John blends from the 1950s.
- Rare Bottlings: Only two official bottlings released by Chivas Brothers in 2010 and 2011, with several independent bottlings available.
- Historic Site: Part of the renowned Peterhead area, known for its fishing industry and architectural harbours by Thomas Telford and John Smeaton.
Glenugie’s buildings were sold off to Score Group Limited after its closure in 1983. The brand is now owned by Chivas Brothers, and both official and independent bottlings are scarce, making Glenugie a prized item at whisky auctions. Collectors treasure Glenugie for its rich history and unique characteristics, ensuring its legacy lives on.
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