Single Malt Archive Collection Cask No 11560 49YO
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As a highly aged, bottled single malt Scotch whisky, it is at its peak upon release and will remain in pristine condition indefinitely if stored upright, away from direct sunlight and temperature fluctuations.
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Rich dark chocolate, aged Stilton cheese, and warm, spiced fruit desserts like apple tarte tatin.
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Hailing from the heart of Speyside, Scotland, the Glenfiddich Archive Collection Cask No 11560 represents an extraordinary chapter in Scotch whisky history. Distilled in the valley of the Deer (Glenfiddich in Gaelic), this rare 49-year-old single malt was nurtured in a single exceptional cask, surviving nearly half a century of slow maturation in the distillery's traditional earthen-floored dunnage warehouses. Utilizing the pristine, mineral-soft waters of the Robbie Dhu spring and distilled in Glenfiddich's uniquely shaped copper pot stills, this expression showcases the profound influence of long-term wood interaction. Over its five-decade slumber, the spirit developed an incredibly complex profile of rich dried fruits, polished antique oak, dark chocolate, and subtle peat smoke, embodying the pinnacle of Speyside craftsmanship and the legacy of the Grant family.
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Established in 1886 by William Grant in Dufftown, Scotland, Glenfiddich is one of the world's most famous and pioneering single malt Scotch whisky distilleries, still proudly family-owned by William Grant & Sons. Nestled in the heart of Speyside, the distillery utilizes the pristine waters of the Robbie Dhu spring and traditional, uniquely shaped copper pot stills to craft its signature spirit. Glenfiddich is celebrated for its commitment to traditional craftsmanship, maintaining an on-site cooperage and maturing its spirit in fine oak casks. This dedication yields an iconic, fruit-forward, and complex range of single malts, from their classic expressions to highly coveted, decades-old vintage reserves.