Stop number 45 on the SDT is Glenfiddich. At one time this Speyside distillery was the top selling single malt in the world before they were overtaken by Glenlivet. This special release is different from their normal expressions not only in its age, but also the fact that it is exclusively matured in ex bourbon casks. The others are finished in sherry casks. Bottled at 40% ABV and most likely chill filtered and also it most likely has colorant added making it an amber color. The nose is surprisingly strong for only 40%. The ex-bourbon maturation is front and center. Caramel, vanilla, oak. Wood spices like cinnamon and ginger. It is also fruity though. Apples, toasted coconut, banana and red berries. Fairly creamy as well. Buttercream, peaches and cream. Quite a robust nose, warm and inviting. A little brown sugar and just a touch of mint. Some honey and a light floral note. Nice. The arrival on the palate is smooth and like a watered down bourbon, that's not a criticism just an observation. Fruity, apples, apricots and berries. Bitter almonds and walnuts show up. Oak, cinnamon, vanilla and honey. Not quite as complex as I had hoped, but good and easy drinking. Light bodied but mouth coating and a little oily. A medium short finish that is slightly bitter nuts, oak and fairly dry. The bourbon presence is strong here. Tastes more like a bourbon matured in ex bourbon barrels than a scotch in ex bourbon barrels. I was expecting more from a 19 year old, but I'm not disappointed either. Warm and very drinkable, but not worth the premium price of $170. Overall it's pretty good, but nothing all that special. 3.75. A big thanks to Pranay for offering up this expensive bottle for our tour. Cheers