Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whisky from the brand. However, in accordance with our editorial policies, this has not influenced the outcome of our review in any way.
Glenfiddich is a Scotch single malt whisky brand known to the vast majority of those drinking whisk(e)y from this part of the world. Founded in 1886 by William Grant, this Speyside region distillery opened its doors in 1887 and eventually became a tour de force in the Scotch world. It is enjoyed in more than 180 countries around the globe and is one of the most award-winning.
Given Glenfiddich’s scope and size, it is no wonder the number of bottlings coming out of this distillery is extremely diverse and deep. The Flagship Collection, for example, sports a 12-year, a 12-year sherry cask finish, a 14-year bourbon cask, a 15-year, and an 18-year.
What’s in the bottle
The whisky being reviewed here, Glenfiddich 12-Year-Old Sherry Cask Finish, debuted in Fall 2022, when it became part of the previously mentioned Flagship group. This expression initially matured 12 years in American and European oak sherry casks before being finished in rare Amontillado sherry casks. Amontillado sherry is “considered one of the four major dry sherries but still displays sweet notes.”
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“The core character remains true to the heart of our Glenfiddich 12 year old with a sweet, fruitness rich in fresh pear and crisp apple,” said Brian Kisman, Glenfiddich Master Blender, of this whiskey. “The flavor is deeper, sweeter and more oaky with light spice, delicate hints of dried fruits and a touch of baked apple.”
This Scotch is bottled at 43% ABV and priced at around $50.
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