The Glenrothes Cask Strength Collection 2005 12 Years Single Malt Whisky

Glenrothes 2005 GM

The Glenrothes

Speyside · United Kingdom

3.3
★★★

15 ratings

Bottle Information

Age
12 years
ABV
58.1%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
The Glenrothes
Distillation Year
13.04.2005
Bottling Year
09.05.2017
Cask Types
1st Fill Sherry Butt

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Lowest Price:€90.50(2024-08-30)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

Expert analysis and tasting impressions

1#1

Right, poured a bit of this earlier 🥃. Nose is propr smoky, got that ash vibe straight off. Then... figs? Sweet and dark 🍇. Palate warms you up. Bit of caramel mayb, mixed with ripe fruit. Finish lingers nicely, bit dry at the end. Proper lovely stuff. Makes you wanna sit by the fire on a rainy eveing. Cheers 🍻.

2#2

Right, poured myself a wee dram tonight. 🥃 Smells like old wood and honey 🍯, proper lovely. First sip hits warm, bit of spice then smooths out. Gets you cosy inside, you know? 🔥 Finish stays abit on the tongue. Good stuff for a quiet evening. 🌧️ Definatly having another. 👍

3#3

Right, just had a lorely dram 🥃. Smokey start, like a peat fire warmng the room 🔥. Then it gets sweeter, honey maybe? Or vanila. Goes down smooth, realy smooth. Leaves a warmth in the chest. Proper nice after a long nite. 👍 Bit of spice at the end too. Cheers. 🍻

4#4

Aye, so this one’s got a right cosy nose on it 🍯 honeydrenched orchard fruit, maybe a whiff of bakewell tart then a wee puff of distant peat smoke—soft, not shoutin On the tongue it’s silky, warms ya up quick 🔥 stewed apples n a spoonful of caramel, bit of cinnamon then that earthy hum creeps in, like walkin through damp heather The finish lingers with a lovely oaky spice, a gentle tingle that just won’t quit 🌾 No sharp edges, just proper comfy sippin.

5#5

As a Brit whisky enthusiast, I'd say it's got a right nice smokiness upfront, with a bit of fruityness and a hint of spice. Really smooth goin' down, warms ye up nicely. The finish is longish and satisfying. 🥃😊 Loevly notes of vanilla and caramel too, makes it a proper treat on a cold evenin'.

6#6

Oh that's a proper character puzzle innit 🤔 Right then,from a quick glance – think I'm getting notes of... rich toffee? Some wood smoke definitely,maybe a hint of gingerbread. It's quite warming,sort of coats the tongue. There's a bit of dried fruit in there too,like apricot. Rather lovely drop,this. Tastes like a proper autumn evening by the fire 🔥 A bit daft,but I'm getting a tiny whiff of... old leather? In a good way,promise. Would reccommend.

7#7

Crikey, this one's a proper journey! 😲 First whiff is all zesty citrus 🍋, like marmalade on toast. Then... get this... a bit of bonfire smoke drifting in 🏕️🔥. On the tongue, it's got that malty, biscuity thing, y'know? Spicy kick at the end, maybe some ginger 🫚. A real sherbet-y, lively dram this is. Wouldn't say no to another! 😉

8#8

Ah, this whisky's got a real smoky kick at first 🥃, like a campfire or something. Then it gets a bit fruity, maybe apples or berries? 🍓 There's a touch of peat and some vanilla too. A bit spicy on the finish, and warming all the way down. Love it on a chilly night! 😊

9#9

First sip: wow, that's smoky! Like a bonfire in the rain. 🌧️ Then the peat hits – earthy and rich, you know? Got some fruity hints too, maybe apple or pear. 🍎 A bit of spice at the end, warming. Smooth finish, really lovely. 😊 Nose is proper smoky, almost like bacon. Taste has this peaty depth, with a sweet vanilla note coming through. Hints of citrus as well. Quite balanced, init? 👍 Hmm, love the smokiness – reminds me of campfires. The peat is there, but not overpowering. Then some fruity sweetness, like dried fruits. Smooth as anything. Top stuff! 🥃

10#10

Just had a dram of this whisky. 😊 The smell is like a smoky campfire with some fruity hints. 🍎🔥 Taste is creemy and smooth, maybe a bit spicy. Finshed long and warm, really cozy. Love it! 🥃

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