The Glenrothes 1995
Single Malt
The Glenrothes // Speyside, Scotland
This was the first vintage produced with the intention of laying it down as strictly a single malt and not for blending.
Bottled in 2011, this whisky is 16 years old aged 30% in 1st fill sherry and remainder in refilled ex-bourbon casks.
This was the first vintage produced with the intention of laying it down as strictly a single malt and not for blending. Bottled in 2011, this whisky is 16 years old aged 30% in 1st fill sherry and remainder in refilled ex-bourbon casks.
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age16
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Cost
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abv43.0
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Single MaltDistilled in pot stills from 100% malted barley, produced at one distillery, aged in barrels; if Scotch or Irish, must be aged for at least three years.
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Cask Type70% refill ex bourbon, 30% 1st fill sherry from European and American oak
Tasting Notes
"For those that like their whiskies on the sweet side, step right up. This is a creamy and rich whisky with notes of almond covered toffee. Ripe apple fruits covered with cinnamon syrup and hints of orange zest round out the flavor profile."
Added by
Stephanie Moreno
Score
91