What to say? An old, PX-laden beauty from Glendronach. Let's go.
1.7 (Burnt umber)
Nose
Obviously sherry, but less raisins than PX usually entails. I think I would have a very hard time to distinguish this from an Oloroso bottling. The usual - rich, deep, sweet. Quite a sting. Marmalade, slightly metallic, and cocoa.
Palate
Huge. Oily, dry, coarse. Citric with rum-like sweetness.
Finish
Tons of spice. Starts off dry but without losing the underlying sherry bomb qualities. Wood spices (sandalwood), tea.
A delicious bomb to be sure, but I think I expected a bit more from this age compared to younger Glendronach Single Casks I've tried. Maybe it spent a few years too much in the cask - perhaps the spice took over a little too much. I'd like some more complexity and depth, if I dare to complain a bit. Didn't have the resources to add water to this one (from a sample) - so a small disclaimer there. Still - no regrets!
Score
83 / 100
0-50 Subpar
51-60 Drinkable
61-70 Decent
71-80 Good
81-90 Great
91-100 Fantastic
| Country | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Region | Highland |
| Brand | Glendronach |
| Distillery | Glendronach Distillery |
| Title | GAS | AW Exclusive |
| Abv (%) | 54.5 |
| Production Year | 1992 |
| Bottling Year | 2020 |
| Age | 27 |
| Batch/Cask | #5850 |
| Cask Type | Pedro Ximénez Puncheon |
| Turnout | 625 |
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