There is whisky that is power. There is whisky that is smoke. And there is Glen Grant – a single malt of quiet elegance. A distillate that prefers to whisper rather than shout, that leads with tradition and not with gimmicks. A whisky that literally grew in a flower garden in the heart of Speyside, and became an international legend thanks to the rare combination of gardening, precise distillation, and true love for the Speyside art.
Speyside: The place where single malt was born
In the heart of Scotland lies Speyside – a region abundant with distilleries, pure streams, and green hills stretching to the horizon. There, in the small town of Rothes on the banks of the River Spey, the Glen Grant distillery was established in 1840 by brothers James and John Grant, who sought not just a place to distill – but a new terroir for a refined drink.
Soft, pure waters, clean air, and innovative methods for their time made Glen Grant in its early years already a synonym for quality. But the real story – like every good story – begins when the man who founded the distillery decided to plant a garden.
The whisky that grew in a garden
James Grant, the second generation of the family, was not only a distiller – but also an enthusiastic gardener. Next to the stills and the casks he cultivated a spectacular botanical garden: Waterfalls, rare trees, flowers from all over the world, fish ponds, and… a secret cabin where he served whisky to his guests.
He believed whisky is influenced by the earth, the air, the silence. That the environment creates character. And so, alongside the scientific precision of distillation, the philosophy was also born – a refined whisky that feels like a walk in a quiet garden at the end of a summer’s day.
That garden – almost 200 years later – still exists. And those who visit the distillery taste not only the whisky, but also the history, calm, and nature that gave birth to it.
Master Distiller: The man who distills like a gardener
Dennis Malcolm, who served as Glen Grant’s Master Distiller for 25 years until his retirement in 2024, grew up in the town of Rothes and began working at the distillery already at the age of 15. Since then, he became a legendary figure in the whisky world – the man who restored the balance between science and emotion, between technique and intuition.
Malcolm does not deal in effects. He believes in the small details: In choosing the right cask, in the precise temperature, and in the pace at which the whisky tells its story. Under his leadership, Glen Grant’s profile reached new heights – fruity, delicate, rounded, with flavors that evolve and are not overly dominant. Just as it should be.
Three principles. Four ages. Countless moments
What truly makes Glen Grant different? Three simple foundations:
• Soft, pure water – allowing the spirit to express itself delicately.
• Tall, unique stills – creating a refined, almost ethereal distillate.
• Quality bourbon and sherry casks – bringing balance between sweetness, fruitiness, and depth.
And the result? Four main expressions, kosher in Israel – each one a gateway to another world:
Glen Grant 10 Years Old: The youngest and most accessible expression. Honey, pears, roasted almonds, and vanilla. Delicate, smooth, perfect for a start. 40% alcohol.
Glen Grant 12 Years Old: Balanced and precise. Summer fruits, light cinnamon, caramel. The beginning of serious complexity – without losing lightness. 43% alcohol.
Glen Grant 15 Years Old: Here we enter depth. Dried fruits, dark chocolate, candied oranges. Medium body, long finish. The expression whisky lovers already seek. 50% alcohol.
Glen Grant 18 Years Old: The cherry on top. Layers of tobacco, old wood, warm vanilla, and exotic spices. A deep, slow, moving experience. 43% alcohol.
Coming soon to Israel: Rare editions
Good news for collectors and connoisseurs: Soon prestigious and limited editions of Glen Grant will land in Israel. Expressions with more advanced ages, rare casks, and new stories that continue the tradition – and will speak to the heart of true single malt lovers.
In conclusion: Not every paradise needs fruit trees
Glen Grant is much more than good whisky. It is a lesson in restraint, in precise creation, and in the understanding that when you let the finest raw materials do their work – without noise – perfection emerges. It is a single malt that grows slowly, matures patiently, and bursts with flavor – without shouting.
It can be found in alcohol stores, selected bars, and restaurants across the country.
In collaboration with Glen Grant