Conceived and crafted by the cellar master himself, using 100% first-fill sherry casks, bottled once the expert's preferred strength has been reached.
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.
Nose: Smooth and lively. Notes of pure sea air, crystalline salt and seaweed. Light notes of oak and vanilla, followed by a hint of dried herbs, fruit, all supported by a very light thread of smoke.
Mouth: Beautiful texture, thick and creamy. Fruity and sweet, with notes of orange and lemon, a touch of creamy vanilla, a pinch of sea salt and a hint of lightly peppery, woody spices.
Finish: Medium-bodied, it finishes on sweet spices.
Nose: Hearach The Single cask offers intense aromas of ripe fruit, vanilla and smoky oak, typical of Highland whiskies.
Palate: On the palate, this 6-year-old single malt is powerful and spicy, with notes of caramel, black pepper and dried fruit, balanced by a subtle sweetness.
Finish: The finish is long and warm, leaving lingering flavors of toasted grain and burnt wood on the palate, for an intense, complex taste experience.
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: Glen Ord Singleton 18 Year Old LE 2019 presents complex aromas of ripe fruit, honey, vanilla and oak. Spicy and floral notes also enrich its bouquet.
Mouth: On the palate, this single malt reveals rich, balanced flavors of candied fruit, caramel, nuts and cinnamon. The texture is velvety and the whole is perfectly balanced.
Finish: The finish of this whisky is long and warm, with lingering notes of fruit, wood and honey. The 55% alcohol adds intensity and a slight sensation of warmth to the finish.