Glenfiddich 12 Years Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Product of: United Kingdom

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Until the early eighties, when the age statement disappeared from what was then Glenfiddich Special Reserve, its minimum age was eight years old. Happily the age statement was reintroduced in 2000, at a twelve year minimum. It is now "our signature malt".

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 10/08/2014

Appearance:

Clear, coppery amber.

Aroma:

Apple pie and vanilla custard with cinnamon and light honey, dried apricot and peach.

Taste:

Light, mellow and almost creamy with cooked apple, tinned peaches, cinnamon spice, honey, butterscotch, crème caramel, vanilla custard and underlying nuttiness.

Aftertaste:

Zesty citrus, crème caramel, cooked apple and cinnamon spice.