Product Description:
Warmth, indulgence and exotic complexity define this richly finished Speyside single malt. Glenfiddich Gran Reserva 21 Year Old is matured patiently in traditional oak casks before being finished in hand-selected Caribbean rum casks, a process that imbues the whisky with distinctive sweetness and layered spice. The extended aging allows the spirit to develop remarkable smoothness while preserving the orchard-fruit signature that has long distinguished the distillery’s house style. The rum cask influence emerges gracefully rather than forcefully, introducing notes of toffee, brown sugar and tropical nuance without obscuring the whisky’s structural elegance. Aromatically, it is inviting and generous, unfolding in measured waves that reward attentive nosing. The palate delivers a luxurious interplay of creamy malt, spiced fruit and oak-driven depth, each element integrated with precision. There is both maturity and vibrancy here, a balance that speaks to careful cask management and blending expertise. Subtle hints of ginger and lime provide lift, ensuring the whisky never feels overly sweet. The finish lingers with gentle warmth and polished spice, leaving an impression of refinement rather than weight. This is a contemplative yet approachable aged single malt, equally suited to quiet appreciation or celebratory occasions.
Tasting Notes
NOSE
– Rich and inviting
Aromas of ripe banana, baked apple and toffee layered with brown sugar, vanilla, warm spice and a delicate hint of rum-soaked oak.
PALATE
– Smooth and opulent
Creamy and full, revealing flavours of caramelised sugar, dried fruit, nutmeg and ginger alongside soft tropical accents and integrated oak.
FINISH
– Long and warming
A lingering finish marked by sweet spice, oak tannin and a fading echo of molasses-like richness.
Reviews & Accolades
“Seductive and beautifully balanced, showing waves of toffee sweetness, soft spice and mature fruit. The rum cask adds personality without overwhelming the spirit.” — Whisky Advocate, 92 points
“Rounded and elegant with excellent integration of rum-derived sweetness and classic Speyside fruit. A confident, well-executed finish.” — International Wine & Spirit Competition, 93 points
Finer Details:
Style – Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery – Glenfiddich
Country – Scotland
Region – Speyside
Age Statement – 21 Years Old
Cask Finish – Caribbean Rum Casks
Bottle Size – 700ml
ABV – 40%