AMERICAN OAK CASKS INSPIRE GLENFIDDICH’S ‘EXCELLENCE’

Matured exclusively in American Oak Bourbon casks for a minimum of 26 years, the World’s Most Awarded single malt Scotch whisky Glenfiddich, is proud to release its latest expression, Excellence 26 Year Old.  The release marks a distinguished addition to the family run distiller’s collection of rare and prestigious whiskies.

The oak casks, previously used to mature American whiskies and specially imported to the Dufftown distillery, impart a unique and distinct flavor. Glenfiddich Excellence 26 Year Old is the first single malt from the Speyside distiller to use Bourbon casks throughout the entire maturation process to become a permanent addition to this premium line.

Glenfiddich Malt Master Brian Kinsman commented: “By maturing this expression exclusively in Bourbon casks we’ve created a beautifully intense flavor, reflective of the relentless passion we have for producing incredible single malts. With notes of lush vanilla, light oak and spice our 26 Year Old, while a new expression, remains true to Glenfiddich’s  heritage of producing fruity, floral and deeply flavored whiskies. We believe it to be one of our most desirable expressions yet, making ‘Excellence’ a truly appropriate name.”

Peter Gordon, Glenfiddich Company Director added: “As a family run company we’ve always challenged established whisky-making norms because we care personally about the quality of our single malts. We cherish our independence because it allows us to innovate and create superior whiskies, and Glenfiddich Excellence 26 Year Old is a prime example of this. This new addition to our collection of rare single malts confirms that as a company still run by our founder’s descendants we remain committed to fulfilling my great-great grandfather’s vision to create ‘the best dram in the valley’.”

Presented in an elegant glass bottle with delicate gold lettering, Glenfiddich Excellence 26 Year Old is finished with an oak stopper reminiscent of the Bourbon casks in which it matures. Packaged in an opulent purple presentation box, with an intricate embossed design inspired by the patterns on wood cuts true rustic Americana, Glenfiddich Excellence 26 Year Old will be a prestigious addition to the collections of single malt aficionados everywhere.

Glenfiddich Excellence 26 Year Old – Tasting Notes
Color: Rich golden
Nose: Soft and delicate with a beautiful floral character. Spring blossom, violets, sweet peas and a subtle green leafiness
Taste: Vibrant with a compelling balance of dry tannin and soft brown sugar vanilla sweetness. A deep oak flavor gradually builds, with hints of spice and licorice shining through
Finish: Deep and complex

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