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Private Collection 1974 from Glenrothes Distillery
Whiskies from Glenrothes are known for taking their time to open up in the glass. Our Private Collection 1974 from Glenrothes Distillery is no different; a complex blend of Sherry-soaked fruitcake aromas revealing hints of chocolate on the palate and then charred oak on the finish.
Welcome to the 'Private Collection'
Nose
Complex; aromas of sherry soaked fruitcake filled with stewed sultanas mingle with sticky medjool dates. Dark chocolate and citrus peel notes develop; a gentle woodiness with a delicate herbal edge comes to the fore.
Taste
Elegant, smooth, and sweet; subtle cinnamon and nutmeg flavours balance the mature oak and sherry influences. Notes of fruit and nut chocolate, toasted walnut, and hints of raisin emerge and evolve into zesty citrus. Salted toffee develops towards the end.
Finish
A modest, medium sweet finish fades; hints of charred oak and chocolate remain.
Glenrothes Distillery
Established in 1878 by James Stuart & Co, you’ll find Glenrothes distillery in the town of Rothes in Speyside. The distillery had a turbulent start as the economic recession in 1878 meant a loan from the nearby United Presbyterian Church was needed to complete the initial build. The distillery prospered as the years progressed, with the whisky boom of the 1960s leading to an increase in capacity, graduating from four stills to six. Two further stills added in 1980 were supplemented by two more in 1989, taking the total up to ten.
Product information
Range
Region
Distillery
Glenrothes
Status
Whisky Vault
Vintage
1974
Strength
49.5%
Bottled year
2018
Colour
Amber
Cask Type
Refill Sherry Puncheon
Outturn
276 bottles
Cask Numbers
18440
Markets
UK, Europe, Asia & OceaniaWe think you'll like these:
