Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 70cl

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In the summer of 1886, with his seven sons and two daughters by his side, William set out to fulfil a lifelong ambition. Together they began building his Distillery by hand, stone by stone. After a single year of work it was ready and William named it Glenfiddich, Gaelic for Valley of the Deer. Must say Morrisons have plenty of different whisky to choose from at vastly differing prices,saw this 12 year old single malt on offer so thought I'd give this Glenfiddich a punt.

With a unique freshness from the same Highland spring water we've used since 1887, its distinctive fruitiness comes from the high cut point William Grant always insisted upon. Carefully matured in the finest American oak and European oak sherry casks for at least 12 years, it is mellowed in oak marrying tuns to create its sweet and subtle oak flavours. Glenfiddichwas first produced in 1887 and is still family owned today by award-winning distiller William Grant & Sons.Glenfiddich 12 Year Old single malt Scotch whisky is the ideal spirit for lovers of everyday luxury, this single malt delivers distinctively fresh and fruity notes with a hint of pear and develops into butterscotch, cream, malt and subtle oak flavors. Marrying single malt whisky is a tradition we have passed down through generations. Our whisky is matured for 12 years in Olorosso, European oak sherry and American oak casks before being married by our Malt Master, Brian Kinsman, in specially designed, uniquely sized oak marrying tuns for 9 months. Our original twelve is an iconic expression, aged for 12 years in the finest American bourbon and Spanish sherry oak casks. Our original 12 Year Old is the world’s best-selling single malt Scotch whisky. Flowing in the Valley of the Deer since 1887, our family's signature expression is the world's most awarded single malt Scotch whisky. Using crystal-clear Highland spring water and matured in the finest Oloroso sherry and bourbon casks for at least 12 years and married in oak tuns for up to 9 months for a subtle oaky flavour and smooth finish. This dedication to quality is what makes Glenfiddich the best selling single malt in the world.

Palate: Apple cobbler; orchard fruits; artificial vanilla extract; caramel; bitter oak; cinnamon; English breakfast tea. I actually like this bottle, a drop of water and it’s highly drinkable, it doesn’t send your taste buds into another dimension but still a decent whisky. Nose: Deep vibrant vanilla notes with hints of citrus, caramalised brown sugar and cinnamon. Baked apple and ripe summer fruits and balanced with the rich oaky aromas.I received these products for free from Influenster, Freixenet, and Mionetto in exchange for my honest review. Good overall taste with some slightly fruity and floral notes. Very smooth but not as peaty as I usually prefer. Aging in both sherry and bourbon casks really adds something, particularly to the finish. This is a reliable scotch choice: perfect for beginners and acceptable for seasoned pros alike. A gentle, balanced whisky with hints of butterscotch and fresh pear that adds a touch of fruitiness, while notes of cream and subtle oak give it depth and richness. Creamy with a long, smooth and mellow finish, our 12 Year Old is the perfect example of Glenfiddich's unique Speyside style and is widely proclaimed the best dram in the valley. I bought another bottle today and it seems similar: light, oily with a touch of salinity. The mouthfeel is pleasantly soft and buttery. I do believe however that the mention of sherry casks, which I am certain is technically true, is somewhat disingenuous. There is only the merest whisper of sherry here; the faintest aftertaste of a pale honey.