The Glenrothes 15 Year Old is a richly expressive Speyside single malt that combines the distillery’s elegant, fruity spirit with the deeper influence of European oak sherry-seasoned casks. At 15 years, the whisky develops a beautifully balanced profile of baked orchard fruits, dark chocolate, caramelised pear and vibrant baking spices, with a silky texture and lingering sweetness.

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At 15 years the ripe fruity notes of our spirit are becoming more refined and fragrant.  It is a sensorial maturity that opens the door to flavour exploration. 

Balancing the delicate elegance of our new make spirit with the boldness resulting from maturation in European oak sherry-seasoned casks, demands a skilful precision.  It is a demand met with firm conviction by our Master Whisky Maker, through an unrivalled understanding of how our new make spirit uniquely matures. 

The result is a marriage of the delicate and the bold.  A seeming contradiction which works in harmony to deliver the bright sweet spice of The 15. 

Appearance: Rich golden amber.
Nose: Dark brown sugar, baked orchard fruits and bright spice, complemented by hazelnut praline, candied orange peel and maple syrup. Toasted oak and soft worn leather add depth.
Palate: Rich and mouth-coating, with caramelised pear, dark chocolate and sweet baking spices including cinnamon, clove and cardamom. Pecan pie, crystallised ginger and orange marmalade bring additional layers of sweetness and fruit.
Finish: Rich, sweet and silky, with lingering bright spice and a gentle oak warmth.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 43% ABV
Closure: Natural cork
Volume: 700ml
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 15 Years Old
Distillery: The Glenrothes Distillery, Rothes
Maturation: 15 years
Cask Type: European oak sherry-seasoned casks, predominantly first-fill
Region: Speyside, Scotland

Serving: Best enjoyed neat in a tulip-shaped whisky glass, with a few drops of water if desired.
Food Pairing: Excellent with dark chocolate, pecan pie, caramel desserts, roasted nuts, mature cheeses or as a luxurious after-dinner dram.