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Glenrothes 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (59.6%)
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Glenrothes 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (59.6%)

Glenrothes

Speysideยท59.6% ABVยท14 YearsยทStandardยท$80
scotch Whiskysingle Malt

Cask Types

Sherry

Tasting Notes

Imagine a warm, freshly baked apple pie straight from the oven, with notes of buttery pastry crust and a hint of toasted hazelnuts wafting through the air. This is the Glenrothes 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness), a single malt whisky that captures the essence of a cozy bakery. Aged for 14 years and finished in a custom-made octave cask, this spirit is a delightful fusion of flavors. The aroma tantalizes with scents of honeyed raisins and cooked apples, while the palate offers layers of flaky apple tart, rich shortbread, and a nuttiness reminiscent of blanched almonds. The finish is a delightful symphony of sweet, biscuity barley, toasted nuts, and the decadence of Madeira cake, lingering pleasantly on the tongue. This whisky is a true indulgence for those seeking a warm, comforting embrace in a glass.

Flavor Profile

๐ŸŽFruity
4.2
๐ŸชตWoody
3.3
๐ŸŒถ๏ธSpicy
2.8
๐ŸŒธFloral
1.9
๐Ÿ”ฅSmoky
0.3
๐ŸฏSweet
4.7
๐ŸŒพMalty
2.2
๐ŸŒŠMaritime
0.1

Flavor Tags

nutshoneyapplevanillacarameloaksherry
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