The Glendronach Ode to the Valley 70 cl. 46,2%

The Glendronach Ode to the Valley is a captivating whisky that pays homage to the rich heritage of the distillery. With an alcohol content of 46.2%, this 70cl expression offers a delightful tasting experience. On the nose, it reveals an enticing mix of dark fruits, toffee, and a hint of spice, evoking the warmth of its sherry cask influence. The palate is rich and complex, featuring layers of dried fruits, chocolate, and a touch of oak, creating a beautifully balanced flavor profile. The finish is long and warming, with lingering notes of sweet spice and fruit, making it a memorable choice for whisky lovers.

TASTING NOTES
COLOUR
Burnished copper
NOSE
Aromas of late summer berries and chocolate de leche, with sweet demerara and apricot glaze.
PALATE
Taste of blackberry and roasted apple crumble with freshly baked gingerbread and sweet plum.
FINISH
Black cherry cake, liquorice, and acacia honey.

ABOUT THE DISTILLERY
Glendronach Distillery
James Allardice founded the distillery in 1826 and the Glendronach was one of the first licenced distillery’s in Scotland. The Glendronach distillery was purchased by Teachers and Sons Ltd around 1960 who increased the number of stills from two to six. In 1920 Captain Charles Grant, son of the founder Glenfiddich purchased Glendronach. The distillery still uses traditional production methods, including the practise of “floor malting” and firing its stills with coal until the 2000’s. Glendronachis best known for its use of Spanish sherry casks, oloroso and pedro ximenez (PX), which gives its whisky a rich, fruity and robust character. In 1996 the distillery was temporarily closed and reopened again in 2002 by Allied Distillers Limited. It was later sold to BenRiach Distillery company in 2008, leading to a major revival of the brand. The name Glendronach derives from the Scottish Gaelic Gleann Dronach which means “valley of the brambles”.