Glenfiddich Single Malt Sherry Cask 12 Year Whiskey

Name: Glenfiddich Single Malt Sherry Cask 12 Year Whiskey
Brand: Glenfiddich
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750 ML

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Glenfiddich 12 Year Sherry Cask is a vibrant and well-crafted single malt Scotch whisky that showcases a unique maturation process. Distilled in Scotland by the renowned Glenfiddich distillery, this expression undergoes a 12-year aging journey, initially in American and European Oak Sherry casks. However, what sets it apart is its finishing period in Amontillado casks, which imparts a distinctively rich and refined depth of flavor.

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Tasting Notes

Glenfiddich 12 Year Sherry Cask offers a spectrum of flavors and aromas that reflect the influence of sherry cask aging and the distinctive Amontillado cask finish:

Aroma: The whisky's aroma is inviting and complex, with hints of dried fruits such as raisins and figs. It carries a subtle oakiness and a touch of nuttiness, characteristic of Amontillado casks.
Palate: On the palate, this whisky delivers a harmonious combination of flavors. The influence of sherry cask aging is evident, with notes of dried fruits, including raisins and figs, contributing to a sweet and luscious profile. The Amontillado cask finish imparts a refined nuttiness and depth, enhancing the overall complexity.
Finish: The finish is smooth and satisfying, with the sweetness of dried fruits and the nutty richness from the Amontillado cask lingering on the palate. It is a well-balanced and medium-length conclusion to this 12-year-old sherry cask-matured whisky.

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Bottle details

Type	Single Malt Scotch
Brand	Glenfiddich
Producer	Glenfiddich Distillery
Origin	Speyside, Scotland
Age	12 years
Strength	40% ABV (80 proof)
Bottle size	750 ml
Made from	malted barley
Cask	sherry, American oak, French oak

Why Liquor Geeks recommends it

This is a Speyside single malt that spends 12 years maturing, first in American and European oak sherry casks, then finishing in Amontillado casks, and that second step is what gives it character. Expect dried fruit up front, raisins and figs, with a sweet, luscious palate, subtle oak, and a refined nuttiness that carries into a smooth, medium-length finish. At 40% ABV it is approachable rather than fiery, which makes it a natural first bottle for anyone curious about sherry-cask Scotch, and a useful reference point for collectors comparing how different sherry styles shape a malt. It rewards a slow pour neat in a Glencairn, yet it also brings a gentle dried-fruit richness to an Old Fashioned, Rob Roy, or Manhattan. We carry it because it is well-balanced and shows the Amontillado influence clearly, and because it is equally at home on a tasting table or at the end of a dinner with fruitcake or dark chocolate.

Pairs well with

Holiday fruitcake — The whisky's raisin and fig notes echo the dried fruit in the cake while its sweetness keeps the pairing in balance.
Dark chocolate after dinner — The sweet, dried-fruit palate and nutty Amontillado finish play well against the bitterness of dark chocolate.
Fireside cheese board evening — Its nutty richness and gentle oak complement a spread of cheeses, matching the record's note that it suits savory dishes and cheese.

Questions about this bottle

What makes this Glenfiddich a sherry cask whisky?

Over its 12-year maturation it rests initially in American and European oak sherry casks, then finishes in Amontillado casks. That Amontillado finish is what sets it apart, adding a refined nuttiness and depth on top of the dried-fruit sweetness from the sherry casks.

What does it taste like?

The nose shows raisins and figs with subtle oak and a touch of nuttiness. The palate is sweet and luscious with more dried fruit, deepened by Amontillado nuttiness, and the finish is smooth and medium-length, with dried-fruit sweetness and nutty richness lingering.

How is it best enjoyed?

Neat in a Glencairn glass or tumbler, given a moment to breathe, shows the cask influence best. Whiskey stones offer a slight chill without dilution, and it also works as the base for an Old Fashioned, Rob Roy, or Manhattan to add sherry-cask character.

What are the bottle size and strength?

This is a 750 ml bottle of single malt Scotch from Glenfiddich Distillery in Speyside, carrying a 12-year age statement and bottled at 40% ABV, which is 80 proof. It is made from malted barley.

Glenfiddich Single Malt Sherry Cask 12 Year Whiskey

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