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Glendronach 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml
Glendronach 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml
Glendronach 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml
Glendronach 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml
Glendronach 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml
Glendronach 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml
Glendronach 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml
Glendronach 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml

Glendronach 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml

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    Distilled in 1971, this 50 year old expression represents a milestone in the near two-hundred-year history of The GlenDronach Distillery and is the oldest single malt GlenDronach has ever released. 

    This Glendronach 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky has matured patiently over five decades in rare Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks, from the Spanish bodegas of Jerez in Andalucía and has developed its deep natural colour over time from the Spanish oak in which it has rested. Personally selected by Master Blender Rachel Barrie, these exquisite casks have been married for a final maturation in a single PX cask. Only a small number of casks are chosen to reach such a celebrated age, with just 198 bottles released worldwide. 

    Every bottle of The GlenDronach Aged 50 years has been hand-numbered and is presented in a luxurious, genuine leather case accompanied by an embossed leather booklet detailing the distillery history, tasting notes, and unique craft. Bottle No. 1 of The GlenDronach Aged 50 Years was proudly donated to the inaugural Distillers’ One of One Auction in December 2021, raising over $75,000. 

    At 50 Years Old, this whisky is bottled at its natural cask strength of 43.8%, it is exceptionally rich and seductive, with mellow layers of alluring complexity. On the nose, ripe dark cherry and plum are the preludes to the harmony of rolling stone fruit, while the palate brings an exquisite overture of flavour with dense undertones of dark chocolate, tobacco, and cocoa.

    Bottle No: 182 of 198.

    Distilled in 1971, this 50 year old expression represents a milestone in the near two-hundred-year history of The GlenDronach Distillery and is the oldest single malt GlenDronach has ever released. 

    This Glendronach 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky has matured patiently over five decades in rare Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks, from the Spanish bodegas of Jerez in Andalucía and has developed its deep natural colour over time from the Spanish oak in which it has rested. Personally selected by Master Blender Rachel Barrie, these exquisite casks have been married for a final maturation in a single PX cask. Only a small number of casks are chosen to reach such a celebrated age, with just 198 bottles released worldwide. 

    Every bottle of The GlenDronach Aged 50 years has been hand-numbered and is presented in a luxurious, genuine leather case accompanied by an embossed leather booklet detailing the distillery history, tasting notes, and unique craft. Bottle No. 1 of The GlenDronach Aged 50 Years was proudly donated to the inaugural Distillers’ One of One Auction in December 2021, raising over $75,000. 

    At 50 Years Old, this whisky is bottled at its natural cask strength of 43.8%, it is exceptionally rich and seductive, with mellow layers of alluring complexity. On the nose, ripe dark cherry and plum are the preludes to the harmony of rolling stone fruit, while the palate brings an exquisite overture of flavour with dense undertones of dark chocolate, tobacco, and cocoa.

    Bottle No: 182 of 198.

    Maker

    The GlenDronach

    Varietal

    Scotch Whisky

    Country

    Scotland

    Region

    Highlands

    ABV

    43.8%

    Bottle size

    700ml

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    Glendronach 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml

    The oldest GlenDronach expression ever released, matured in two separate sherry casks—PX and oloroso—then married and finished in a single PX cask for 1 year. The age is apparent from the mahogany color. A sumptuous nose is laden with aged sherry and layers of baked dark fruits, black cherry, and peach pie. Wild berries and dark chocolate truffle cake punctuate the palate, with overtones of cigar box and rich espresso. (198 bottles) Collectibles.

    — WhiskyAdvocate.com, 95 Points

    Rather crisp despite the earthy mushroom and soy notes, there is orange rind, sprinkles of lime zest, some polished leather, hazelnuts and a surprising touch of vanilla custard. Whiffs of oregano, sage and fennel followed by a drop of cough syrup. Finally some figs, plenty of plums and chocolate pralines. So many sensations at the same time. Almost too many. Sour, sweet, earthy. And umami. No oak tannins to speak of. Some aniseed, sweet miso paste and creamy chocolate, as well as some coffee beans and cranberries, followed by crushed mint and oranges. Finish: Gentle and medium in length with notes of cappuccino, dark chocolate and a whisper of fennel.

    — Thijs Klaverstijn, WordsofWhisky.com

    It has been a privilege to be the final custodian of our oldest expression to date, passed down through generations. The result is a hand-crafted Highland Single Malt that tells a story of rare dedication, of which The GlenDronach Aged 50 Years is the rarest of them all. The GlenDronach Aged 50 Years is the most prestigious expression of what this timeless, richly-sherried Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky has to offer

    — Dr Rachel Barrie, Master Blender

    The GlenDronach

    The GlenDronach is borne of the landscape and natural ingredients that surround, from the soft Highland water drawn from the underwater springs in the Balnoon hills to the Scottish malted barley sourced from their trusted partners. Established in 1826 by James Allardice the Glendronach distillery was one of the first licensed distilleries in Scotland. The hallmark of the distillery is the marriage of robust Highland spirit with the finest Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks from Andalucia in Spain. This dynamism brings exceptional depth, complexity, and character to their whiskies.

    Tasting notes

    NOSE
    Brooding, Tobacco, Bramble

    Leading with ripe dark maraschino cherry and plum, developing into stone fruits. Exotic gentian and smouldering tobacco and sage stick. Top notes of bramble, orange, and cranberry throughout.

    PALATE
    Dark Chocolate, Luxurious Plum & Cherry

    Dense undertones of dark chocolate, tobacco, and cocoa carry over on the palate.  Figs, plums and chocolate pralines and deep umami complexity in the mid palate.

    FINISH
    Velvety, Cigar Box, Chocolate Truffle

    Pine needles, oranges peel lift. Espresso notes, buttery pie crust, velvety dark chocolate for a long conclusion.
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