Single Malt Rare Collection American Oak Hogshead Cask 11138 36YO Bottled 2015
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As an ultra-aged single malt Scotch whisky, this bottle is fully matured and does not improve with further bottle aging. It is ready to be savored immediately and will remain in pristine condition indefinitely if kept sealed and stored upright out of direct sunlight.
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Artisanal dark chocolate with high cocoa content, mature Stilton or other rich blue cheeses, and slow-roasted venison or wild game dishes.
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Deep in the heart of Speyside, within the valley of the River Fiddich, lies the historic Glenfiddich distillery, founded by William Grant in 1886. The name Glenfiddich is Gaelic for 'Valley of the Deer,' a motif that reflects the wild, pristine landscape of Dufftown. This incredibly rare 36-year-old single malt is a crown jewel of the distillery's Rare Collection, selected from a single American Oak Hogshead (Cask 11138) and bottled in 2015. Over nearly four decades of maturation, the spirit breathed the cool, damp Scottish air, absorbing the delicate vanillins, toasted coconut, and soft spice characteristic of premium American oak. This expression represents the pinnacle of Speyside craft, showcasing how patience and the natural microclimate of the warehouse can transform malted barley and pure Robbie Dhu spring water into liquid gold.
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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.