Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1990 - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
- Distillery
- Glenrothes
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 18 years
- Price
- £120
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Dried Fruit, Old Wood, Honey, Toasted
- Description
- Glenrothes' sherry-matured character shines in this 1990 distillation aged 18 years in a single refill cask until 2009, a limited release of 785 bottles from Speciality Drinks. Expect rich dried fruit, warming spice, and the subtle oak influence typical of Speyside's gentler style. The palate is smooth and rounded, with lingering sweetness balanced by a whisper of tannin. A refined dram for those seeking classic Speyside elegance without heavy-handed cask influence.
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Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1990 - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) is a 18-year-old single malt from Glenrothes (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, dried fruit, old wood, honey. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Glenrothes' sherry-matured character shines in this 1990 distillation aged 18 years in a single refill cask until 2009, a limited release of 785 bottles from Speciality Drinks. Expect rich dried fruit, warming spice, and the subtle oak influence typical of Speyside's gentler style. The palate is smooth and rounded, with lingering sweetness balanced by a whisper of tannin. A refined dram for those seeking classic Speyside elegance without heavy-handed cask influence.
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