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The Glenrothes 1995 27 Years Single Malt Whisky

Glenrothes 1995 LMDW

The Glenrothes

Speyside · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
27 years
ABV
55.5%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
The Glenrothes
Distillation Year
1995
Bottling Year
2022
Cask Types
First fill Sherry Butt

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Recent history

Lowest Price:€832.26(2024-04-27)

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Glenrothes Distillery, a distinguished Speyside single malt producer, made a strategic pivot one year ago by discontinuing its vintage-dated expression program—a practice it had maintained since the 1990s. This move was subsequently mirrored by fellow Speyside distillery Balblair, signaling a broader industry shift. The distillery's production philosophy centers on exceptional wood management, with over 90% of its spirit matured in sherry casks, predominantly first-fill, representing a significant investment as sherry casks command substantially higher prices than ex-bourbon alternatives. Glenrothes employs a 5.5-ton stainless steel full-lauter mash tun for optimal wort extraction. Fermentation occurs across two dedicated spaces: a traditional room housing 12 Oregon pine washbacks and a contemporary facility with 8 stainless steel fermenters, both utilizing an extended 58-hour fermentation cycle to develop complex flavor precursors. The stillhouse operates five sets of slow-distillation stills, a deliberate process that encourages copper interaction and creates the distillery's characteristic elegant, fruity spirit character. In 2019, the distillery projected production capacity of 44 mashes weekly, yielding over 4 million liters of new make spirit annually. The majority of this output is reserved for single malt production, with the remainder serving as premium blending stock. The discontinuation of vintage expressions has been replaced by the Sherry Cask Maturity-driven Soleo Collection, comprising Glenrothes 10 Year Old, 12 Year Old, Whisky Maker's Cut (non-age statement), 18 Year Old, and 25 Year Old expressions. The distillery also maintains the Aqua Collection, an online-exclusive range featuring Whisky Maker's Dram and a 12 Year Old variant. Travel retail channels offer the premium Reserve series through September 2019, including Robur Reserve, Manse Reserve, Elder's Reserve, Minister's THE Reserve, and the luxurious 25 Year Old Ancestor's Reserve. Limited releases include the annual Halloween Editions (2018 and October 2019 releases), a prestigious 40 Year Old launched in Summer 2019, and an ultra-rare 50 Year Old scheduled for December 2019 release.
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Flavor Profile

Dried FruitDried Fruit
HoneyHoney
Dark ChocolateDark Chocolate
NutsNuts
PepperPepper
CaramelCaramel
OrangeOrange
RaisinsRaisins
SpicesSpices
Candied FruitCandied Fruit

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Whiskyspace Notes 2297

Whiskyspace Notes 2297

Jul 5, 2026, 01:12:52

Cheers, just poured a dram and it's a gorgeous dark amber colour, really catching the light. First sip brings waves of marmalade and liquorice, with that meaty sherry note like drops of amontillado swirling in. I'm getting earthy mushrooms and morels, almost like a forest floor after rain. The finish is rather long, with tobacco and honey lingering, and hints of small herbs from the garden adding a fresh touch. It reminds me of Spanish jamon and Jerez, with toffee and black raisins weaving through. There's a mineral edge, like flints, and just a drop of balsamico for a tangy kick. Pairs nicely with walnuts and a bit of kougelhopf cake, I'd say. Nearly no changes as it breathes, steady and comforting. 🥃

Whiskyspace Notes 2136

Whiskyspace Notes 2136

Jun 27, 2026, 16:43:04

Justpoured a dram and got hit by deep dark amber notes, a whiff of gunpowder once more and flints, then the ultra‑classic sherry coating rolls in with dried porcini, morels and a touch of liquorice. There’s a meaty sherry vibe, hints of Spanish jamon and Worcester sauce, plus a drop of tabasco that keeps it relentless and unstoppable. Finishes sweet with honey, almonds and chocolate guaranteed, while small herbs from the garden and walnuts linger like old rancio wine in the background. 🥃

Whiskyspace Notes 2007

Whiskyspace Notes 2007

Jun 25, 2026, 05:13:20

第一口就冲进来一股烟熏味,像刚点着的火药桶,接着是满满的蘑菇森林,还有那种泥土里挖出来的松露气息,简直是森林午夜的味道🌲 然后是西班牙火腿和烤核桃的香气,夹杂着一点蜂蜜的甜,还有那种老酒窖里的陈年气息,像是从Jerez老窖里偷偷滴出来的🍷 中间突然蹿出一股烟熏调料的味道,像极了Worcester酱里的那种劲道,但又不失优雅,仿佛在说:“别小看我” 最后是一阵矿物质的清凉感,像是刚从石头缝里流出来的泉水,还有那种坚果和可可的余韵,久久不散🥜 这家伙绝对配得上大鱼缸杯,一口下去,整个人都被镇住了,这股劲道简直是无可阻挡💪

Whiskyspace Notes 1947

Whiskyspace Notes 1947

Jun 24, 2026, 06:25:13

Blimey, that’s a proper sherry bomb! Dark amber in the glass, and straight away it’s all honey and marmalade, then bam—burnt raisins and a whiff of gunpowder. Mushrooms and morels pop up, like walking through a damp forest. There’s a drop of balsamico sharpness, a hint of Worcester sauce, and that old rancio wine funk lingering. The sherry coating’s thick as a kougelhopf, with chocolate and almonds hanging around. Finishes long, earthy, with a touch of liquorice and herbs from the garden. Definitely more Jerez than Speyside—no mistaking that! 🥃

Philip Taylor

Philip Taylor

May 26, 2026, 10:07:24

Dark, cosy dram this one 🥃 Loads of sherry, old wine, walnuts and burnt raisins. Bit earthy too — mushrooms, tobacco, liquorice, even a wee gunpowder spark. Feels more Jerez than Speyside tbh. Long, rich, slightly funky, and proper comfy in a big glass.

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