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36 Year Old The Glenrothes Release Features NFT WIth New Yorker Artist’s Illustrations

Editor’s Note: A previous version of this story incorrectly referenced “New York” in the headline, when it should have read “New Yorker.” Also, it was incorrectly inferred Maddie Dai had created the NFT. The Whiskey Wash regrets the errors.

The Glenrothes Scotch whisky distillery just released a highly-limited, 36 Year Old Single Cask Single Malt that will come with a non-fungible token (NFT) with art designed for it by The New Yorker illustrator Maddie Dai.

With only 168 bottles to be had, Dai has put her special touch on this whisky experience with NFT artwork that melds the iconic worlds of Scotland and New York City.

With the purchase of The Glenrothes 36 Year Old, it is said enthusiasts will first experience the NFT artwork on the whisky’s packaging before receiving it in their digital wallets.

The Glenrothes 36 Year Old
The Glenrothes 36 Year Old (image via The Glenrothes)

Maddie Dai’s black and white etch, which pays homage to the iconic New Yorker style, finds unexpected moments where Scotland and New York come to life. A once-static image will then turn subtle movements that reveal special elements found in Dai’s art. The monochrome sketch will be enhanced through strokes of color highlighting both the whisky, and the two worlds that inspired its creation.

“The Glenrothes is a hidden gem among single malt Scotch whiskies, one with a storied background, prized by those who care to look beyond the norm and understand the rewards that can follow,” said Gregory Cozzolino, marketing director of Breakthrough Brands at Edrington, in a prepared statement.

The Glenrothes NFT will live on the sustainable blockchain, Solana. The NFT experience offers the opportunity for purchasers to delve deeper into the story of The Glenrothes distillery.

To further immerse in The Glenrothes world, buyers will have the opportunity to attend exclusive, real-life experiences in New York City and across the globe, including the potential to tour the distillery, which traditionally has been closed to visitors.

Like all Glenrothes Exclusive Single Cask releases, The Glenrothes 36 Year Old matured at the distillery’s on-site cooperage in a sherry-seasoned refill hogshead cask. The result is described as a balanced whisky featuring orange zest and vanilla sweetness, light oak and gentle spice.

“This individual cask was identified years ago as something special. When it reached 36 years, the liquid was considered optimal in terms of its maturation and flavor development,” said Laura Rampling, master whisky maker for The Glenrothes. “This wonderful liquid has all the typical fruity character of The Glenrothes as well as notes of fresh almonds which are often apparent in our older editions. There is also a unique fragrance to it, including hints of rose oil and gentle spice, which are a product of its aging in this particular cask.”

The Glenrothes 36 Year Old 1978 Single Cask #3631 has a suggested retail price of $3,600 and is available at select spirits retailers across the U.S. and online exclusively through www.reservebar.com.

For more information, check out www.TheGlenrothes.com.

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