Scapa - The Orcadian Glansa
A gentle introduction to the world of peated whisky
Scapa Distillery is found on the fiery coastal shores of the mainland of the Isle of Orkney. There are only two distilleries in the island of Orkney, the farest north of Scotland. One is Highland Park, famous for its viking culture, and the other one is Scapa, a very gentle whisky.
The Scapa distillery was build in 1885 and nowadays produces roughly 1 million liters of Whiskey each year. Scapa's warehouses stand at the edge of the sea, its collection of exclusively ex-Bourbon casks weathering the maritime climate as they age.
They whiskies have 'proper peating', meaning that the water from the distillery flows from a peat bog, but the malted grain is not dried over peat, so there is a hint of natural peat in the glass without the smoke.
Scapa is surprisingly approachable for an island malt. Silky and full-bodied, marmalade and honeyed oak dance with a light, weaving smoke to create a delightful play of feeling and flavor.
Scapa describe Glansa as a gentle introduction to the world of peated whisky. If you haven’t tried it, it’s a mighty fine line worth the try!
Producer
Scapa
Region
Islands
Reviews
Gabriella Andrews
Scapa Glansa is a whisky that truly boasts a magnificent array of fruity and sweet aromas, including soft peach, pineapple, and vanilla. Its palate offers a great combination of creamy caramel toffee and ripe flavors, all perfectly balanced with a subtle hint of bonfire smoke. This enticing temptation is sure to captivate any lover of fine spirits.
Isaiah Burgess
A sudden hit of fruity sweetness that I found irresistible. Creamy caramel and smoke make it perfect!
Scapa - The Orcadian Glansa
345.00 AED
A gentle introduction to the world of peated whisky
Scapa Distillery is found on the fiery coastal shores of the mainland of the Isle of Orkney. There are only two distilleries in the island of Orkney, the farest north of Scotland. One is Highland Park, famous for its viking culture, and the other one is Scapa, a very gentle whisky.
The Scapa distillery was build in 1885 and nowadays produces roughly 1 million liters of Whiskey each year. Scapa's warehouses stand at the edge of the sea, its collection of exclusively ex-Bourbon casks weathering the maritime climate as they age.
They whiskies have 'proper peating', meaning that the water from the distillery flows from a peat bog, but the malted grain is not dried over peat, so there is a hint of natural peat in the glass without the smoke.
Scapa is surprisingly approachable for an island malt. Silky and full-bodied, marmalade and honeyed oak dance with a light, weaving smoke to create a delightful play of feeling and flavor.
Scapa describe Glansa as a gentle introduction to the world of peated whisky. If you haven’t tried it, it’s a mighty fine line worth the try!
Style
Single Malt
Producer
Scapa
Country
Scotland
Region
Islands
Cask Type
Bourbon
Age
No Age Statement
Whizzky Rating
3.6
ABV
40%
Nose
Dim peat, heather, toffee, almonds and butterscotch.
Palate
Orange and chocolate. Dulce de leche. Vanilla. And a sweet called melcocha, which is a type of hard taffy that tastes like vanilla and dulce de leche mixed presented in an unbreakable stick that chips your teeth.
Finish
Clove, a very gentle peat, some Saltiness and maybe a sweet dim hint from what came of the palate. Short finish.
Packaging
Gift box
Reviews
Gabriella Andrews
Scapa Glansa is a whisky that truly boasts a magnificent array of fruity and sweet aromas, including soft peach, pineapple, and vanilla. Its palate offers a great combination of creamy caramel toffee and ripe flavors, all perfectly balanced with a subtle hint of bonfire smoke. This enticing temptation is sure to captivate any lover of fine spirits.
Isaiah Burgess
A sudden hit of fruity sweetness that I found irresistible. Creamy caramel and smoke make it perfect!
Lily Pope
This whisky smells like smoky fruits. It's absolutely epic! ✨
Scott Blankenship
With its fruity notes, creamy caramel and a drop of smoke, it is a perfect drink for any occasion.
Dillon Carrillo
Peach and pineapple create such an incredible fruity aroma. Smooth and pleasing touch. Soft smoke makes a difference!