A complex, intense expression with notes of vanilla, pear and fresh ginger. 90% sherry casks, 72% 1st fill sherry casks.
The Soleo Collection introduces brand-new whiskies: 10 Years Old, 12 Years Old, Whisky Maker's Cut, 18 Years Old and 25 Years Old. it has replaced the Vintage and Reserve catalog. While the product range has changed significantly, the character remains the same. As ever, old oak sherry casks define The Glenrothes. Almost 90% of the distillery's aging casks have contained sherry, a wine made from white grapes near the Andalusian town of Jerez de la Frontera, Spain.
Machir Bay has a lovely balance of vanilla, smoky caramel and rich fruitiness, each contributing to complexity and combining to create a truly unique Islay drama.
Nose - Heather Honey with hints of cinnamon and toffee bonbon. Very subtle hints of peat smoke.
Palate - Creamy vanilla spice gives way to more overt smoky charcoal notes, especially with the addition of water. Smoke doesn’t dominate and is balanced by the sweet honey and spice flavours.
Finish - Full bodied, silky mouth feel with a dry, tangy and lingering aftertaste, coupled with delicious spice notes.
Nose:Seville orange, vanilla, pear and almond.
Mouth: Sweet and floral, ginger, pear and vanilla.