Single Malt 18YO 43%
⏳ Drinking Window
As a distilled spirit, this single malt does not mature further in the bottle and can be kept indefinitely if stored properly. Once opened, it is best enjoyed within 1 to 3 years to experience its full aromatic complexity at its peak.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Rich dark chocolate desserts, mature blue cheeses such as Stilton, and roasted game meats like venison.
✨ Technical Specifications
Deep in the heart of Speyside, in the 'Valley of the Deer' (from the Gaelic 'Gleann Fhiodhaich'), lies the historic Glenfiddich distillery, founded by William Grant in 1886. This exceptional 18-year-old single malt represents the pinnacle of traditional Scotch whisky craftsmanship. It is meticulously matured in a combination of fine Spanish Oloroso sherry casks and traditional American oak bourbon casks. Following this extensive aging process, the whiskies are married in small, individually numbered batches in oak tuns for at least three months. This unique marrying process allows the rich flavors of baked apple, cinnamon, robust oak, and dried fruits to integrate seamlessly, creating an incredibly smooth, complex, and distinguished Speyside character.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1886 by William Grant and constructed by hand with the help of his family, Glenfiddich Distillery is situated in the heart of Dufftown in Scotland's renowned Speyside region. Still independently owned by William Grant & Sons, the distillery made history in 1963 by pioneering the international single malt Scotch whisky category beyond traditional blended scotch. Glenfiddich crafts its spirits using the pristine waters of the nearby Robbie Dhu springs, distilling through distinctive copper pot stills and maintaining its own on-site cooperage to oversee maturation in premium American and European oak casks. Renowned worldwide for its iconic triangular bottle, the distillery produces an acclaimed spectrum of single malts characterized by signature orchard-fruit aromas, crisp green pear, delicate floral notes, and remarkable depth in its rare vintage releases.