Scotch

Whisky Review: The GlenDronach 15 Year Old Revival

We review The GlenDronach 15 Year Old Revival, a decade and a half old Scotch single malt whisky aged in Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks from Spain.

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The GlenDronach 15 Year Old Revival

Tasting Notes

About:

15 years old, matured in PX and oloroso butts, 46.5% ABV, $89.99 MSRP.
Appearance:
Dusty amber with minimal sheeting.
Nose:
Beautifully bright cassis, pomander, dark woods and palm sugar. Light ethanol heat.
Palate:
Rich and deep, with surprisingly bright and welcome fruit notes. Persimmon gingerbread, raisins, brown butter, roasted stone fruit, marzipan and clove accentuated by high notes of honeydew, lime zest, cedar bough and mint stem, held together with a toasted coconut oil viscosity. A beautifully Christmas appropriate profile. With a bit of water added it thinned out and turned, not unpleasantly, slightly prickly and towards an herbaceous melon Hi-Chu candy. It finishes with lingering Zante currants, light menthol notes and the pleasant bitterness of burnt sugar.
Finish:
Comments:
This is a delightful whisky. Those hoping for an exact reproduction of the discontinued iteration may be disappointed, as it is not that. Nevertheless, it is a delicious return to tradition, particularly those who enjoy a thoroughly sherried dram. rn

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Connor Martin

Connor is a professional chef in Portland, OR, and one half of the dynamic chef/bartender duo behind the acclaimed MIAN pop-ups (@mianpdx on Instagram). He and his business partner are currently working towards opening their own bar. Connor's past experience includes managing cocktail programs and conducting spirits education with a focus on whiskey and amari. A devoted craft beer enthusiast, he is the chef in residence for Brews for New Avenues, where he collaborated with Breakside Brewery in Portland, OR, to create a Gold Medal-winning sour ale.

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