If you’re looking for whisky that breaks the mould, then Glen Moray’s Explorers Range needs to be on your radar this season. Featuring five bottles with unexpected flavours and finishes, this collection is perfect for those who appreciate a versatile dram—whether enjoyed neat or as a standout ingredient in cocktails. Best of all, it’s available in full at your local Dan Murphy’s.
For over 125 years, this Speyside distillery has been rewriting the rules, turning experimentation into an art form. What began in 1897 as a daring idea—ageing whisky in casks beyond the traditional ex-bourbon barrels—has evolved into a legacy of flavour innovation.
With the Explorers Range, Glen Moray invites you to step beyond the ordinary, offering whiskies that bring together tradition and ingenuity in every pour.
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Starting things off, the Glen Moray Classic Single Malt is your welcome mat to this world of flavour. This isn’t some overly complicated pour that you need a notebook to decode. Light, fruity, and easy-going, it’s all about balance, with American oak ageing bringing out bright citrus, toffee, and a hint of blackcurrant. A great whisky for beginners to enjoy but packing enough nuance for the experts to appreciate.
The Classic Single Malt is a perfect starting point if you’re ready to dive into Glen Moray’s more adventurous creations and does an exceptional job as the hero ingredient in their refreshing Northern Great cocktail.
If you’re craving something warmer and more decadent, you can’t go past the Glen Moray Sherry Cask Finish. This is the range’s velvet-jacketed, winter-sipping hero which is why it works so well in cocktails like The Moray Clan.
Aged in Oloroso sherry casks straight from Jerez, it’s a burnished gold dram with layers of sun-dried fruit, cinnamon, and a touch of toffee. Rich and complex without being overpowering, it’s the bottle you’ll be reaching for when the sun goes down and you’re in the mood for something indulgent.
The Glen Moray Port Cask Finish—a fruitier expression that brings a rose-gold hue and layers of toasted vanilla and dried fruit is the next bottle in the lineup.
First matured in American oak, then finished in port casks from Porto Cruz, this dram is all about balancing that caramelised sweetness with a pop of lemony spice. Making it an excellent choice for lemon-forward cocktails like the Good Vibration. Light, versatile, and just different enough, it’s a true crowd-pleaser.
For those who like a smoky twist, Glen Moray Peated Single Malt is the one for you. Think campfire smoke mingling with creamy vanilla and a subtle hint of leather. It’s smoky, it’s spicy, and it’s got a lingering finish that just won’t quit. This complexity is guaranteed to add depth to any classic cocktail, like the Smoke and Mirrors.
Finally, meet the Glen Moray Shiraz Cask Finish, which brings a uniquely Aussie flair to the lineup. Available at Dan Murphy’s or at the Glen Moray distillery, this one’s all about the red fruit thanks to nearly two years in Shiraz casks.
Expect aromas of rose petals and ripe berries, followed by flavours of strawberries, creamy toffee, and a dusting of pepper. Tailor-made for those who want something truly unique, you’ll want to enjoy this innovative whisky on its own.
The Explorers Range from Glen Moray is a masterclass in how to push boundaries while keeping things grounded in Speyside tradition. If you’re ready to take your taste buds somewhere new this year, this lineup is your ticket.
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