Glenallachie 35 Year Old - 48.% 70cl

The GlenAllachie 35-year-old tells a story of dedication, patience and a relentless pursuit of perfection.

Every drop of this meticulously crafted elixir is a testament to our unwavering commitment to exceptional craftsmanship.

Encased in a lavish hand-carved oak box, the spectacular liquid—which dates back to 1989—was matured to perfection in three Pedro Ximénez, one Oloroso, and two virgin oak casks. The result is a luscious symphony of caramel, espresso, and tropical fruit tones.

To unveil the exclusive single malt, Billy Walker hosted an intimate pre-launch dinner last week for the media and trade.

Remarking on the historic expression, Walker reveals:

“The 35-year-old is a testament to The GlenAllachie’s dedication, patience and relentless pursuit of perfection. Unifying the six spectacular casks has created the perfect equilibrium between the sweet influence of Pedro Ximénez, the nutty contribution of Oloroso, and the spiciness of the virgin oak. The amalgamation entails a truly spectacular single malt with opulent notes of spiced caramel, rich espresso, tropical fruits and dark chocolate truffles. If you’re lucky enough to get your hands on a bottle, it’s a whisky to be treasured.”

The GlenAllachie 35-year-old at a high strength of 48%, natural colour and unchill filtered, enabling the remarkable spirit to speak for itself.

Nose: Waves of mocha, cinnamon, heather honey and pineapple, with hints of raisins, pomegranate and eucalyptus.

Palate: Layers of dark chocolate, mocha, raisins and dried fruit, fusing with heather honey, treacle and pineapple, with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves.

Finish: Despite the rich flavors, the texture is light and appealing – no tannins to speak of, making it a pleasant and accessible dram. Christmas spices come next with cinnamon and nutmeg. A touch of water brings out a bit of the sweetness, with heather honey and even a bit in pineapple lingering in the background.