Glenfiddich 30 Year

Had it with coke. Kinda mid, could easily been a 'dronach 15. Had it neat, better with coke.

Today is Christmas. This day finds us at my niece and nephews house as they host Christmas Day. They recently renovated their house and welcomed a new addition to the family. To celebrate the culmination of these days and events, he proudly opened and shared the Glenfiddich 30 that he has been waiting to open for a special occasion and most willingly wanting to share with me. So, gladly accepting the moment, we poured together. Bottle: 7370 Cask Selection: 23 This really needs time to breathe. With the wait and the aromas are almost tangible. Black tea, molasses, cherry chocolate cherry cordials, vanilla, heather, honeysuckle floral. Floral and sweet. Quite enticing. A soft arrival brand brings with it very similar flavors that embodies the nose. Sweet tea, milk chocolate, vanilla, toffee, gala apples, almonds, orange zest, ripened plums, fruit cake. The finish is long lasting and with much that remains. Black pepper providing a tickle on the tongue that seems to prickle on and on. Oak wood spice, vanilla, caramel, toffee, leather. Aromatic and flavorful. What this needs, like any aged whisky is time. Twenty to thirty minutes. As it opens, it blossoms to its fullest. The vanilla and toffee sweetness delicately balanced with fruits, chocolate and spice make this a satisfying and enjoyable dram. One of the oldest I have tasted. Glad I had the chance the chance to experience and share. Especially on this particular day with family. Merry Christmas! [94/100][Tasted:12/25/21]

Nice flavor profile but thin on palate Nose: Honey, Toffee, Green Apples, Pears, Red Apples, Cloves, Raisins Palate: Milk Chocolate, Plums, Raisins, Figs, Dates, Toasted Almonds, Walnuts, Banana Bread, Coffee Finish: Honey, Coconuts, Raisins, Cherries, Dark Chocolate, Mocha, Espresso

Fruity, lots of flavor and smooth up front. Slight burn in the back of the throat. Very robust.

Jim and Chelsea’s Wedding, Oct 26, 2019

Extremely smooth, a beautiful oak finish