GlenDronach 20 years 1995 - 2015 Single Cask #444

Since 2007, The GlenDronach has presented a series under the name: Single Cask Whiskies. Batch 12 was launched in September 2015.

True to their tradition, The GlenDronach mainly uses carefully selected sherry casks handcrafted at renowned sherry bodegas from southern Spain (Jerez de la Frontera and Sanlúcar de Barrameda)

Origin and bottling

Distilled on 2 June of the year 1995 and finally bottled in August 2015 after a 20-year maturation. This Single Cask Whisky is the perfect example of craftsmanship from this renowned Highlands distillery.

After very careful selection, cask 444 was selected and finally bottled at cask strength without colouring and filtering. This resulted in 691 bottles.

Cask type

This Single Cask Whisky has spent over two decades on a Pedro Ximenez Sherry Puncheon. This cask has allowed this GlenDronach to gain unparalleled depth and enormous complexity.

Tasting note according to GlenDronach

Appearance

Rich amber gold.

Nose

Crisp yellow plum compote infused with subtle orange blossom and a dusting of cinnemon.

Palate

Torrents of golden syrup and fresh fruits combine in perfect harmony with rich oak spices and a delicate barley character.

The GlenDronach 20 years 1995 - 2015 Single Cask #444 has an average score of 89.98 / 100 points on WhiskyBase

Glendronach Distillery

Glendronach Distillery is located in the valley of Forgue, near Huntly in Aberdeenshire, in the Scottish Highlands. Founded in 1826 by James Allardice, Glendronach is one of the oldest legal distilleries in Scotland and is known for its rich tradition and craftsmanship.

A specific feature of Glendronach is its strong focus on maturing whisky in ex-sherry casks. This gives the whiskies their distinctive deep, complex and fruity flavour profiles, with notes of dark chocolate, dried fruit, honey and spices. The distillery uses water from the Dronac Burn, which contributes to its unique flavour.

Glendronach uses traditional copper pot stills and a slow distillation process, ensuring a rich and full-bodied spirit. Glendronach's whiskies are known for their elegance and depth, with a long, warming finish.

Glendronach Distillery remains a highly respected name among whisky lovers for its dedication to quality and tradition and its production of exceptionally balanced Highland single malts.

Please note

This bottle was bottled a long time ago. Please be careful when opening. The closure may have deteriorated. The item is sold as photographed and described. We do not accept any liability for the condition of the closure.