Glencadam 30 Year Old 1978 Sherry Cask
- Distillery
- Glencadam
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 30 years
- Price
- £222.75
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Dried Fruit, Chocolate, Honey, Old Wood
- Description
- Glencadam's 30-year-old expression, distilled in April 1978 and matured in sherry cask 2335, represents three decades of slow development in wood that shapes the spirit's colour and flavour. The extended time in sherry oak builds layers of dried fruit, leather, and warming spice while the Highland distillery's mild character provides a refined foundation. Limited to 615 decanter bottles and bottled in 2009, this is a rare opportunity for collectors to experience three decades of single-cask maturation.
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Glencadam 30 Year Old 1978 Sherry Cask is a 30-year-old single malt from Glencadam (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — sherried, dried fruit, chocolate, honey. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Glencadam's 30-year-old expression, distilled in April 1978 and matured in sherry cask 2335, represents three decades of slow development in wood that shapes the spirit's colour and flavour. The extended time in sherry oak builds layers of dried fruit, leather, and warming spice while the Highland distillery's mild character provides a refined foundation. Limited to 615 decanter bottles and bottled in 2009, this is a rare opportunity for collectors to experience three decades of single-cask maturation.
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