The Glenrothes 1995 Vintage (bottled 2011)

Product of: United Kingdom

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First launched at Whisky Live Tokyo in February 2011, the 1995 Vintage is the first the distillery laid down with the intention of bottling a proportion as The Glenrothes. The idea to bottle The Glenrothes as a single malt was only first mooted in 1994.

Drawn from around one-third first fill American Sherry oak, first fill Spanish Sherry oak and refill casks.

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 08/10/2011

Appearance:

Clear, pale golden.

Aroma:

Sherry influence is very evident on an inviting honeyed butterscotch, oil rubbed old leather nose. Slight box of Swan Vesta matches aromas.

Taste:

Dried fruit with tart baked apple, Indian spice, cocoa, bitter espresso coffee, citrus and honeycomb.

Aftertaste:

Medium length toasted finish with more fudge and caramelised orange.