GlenAllachie 18 Years Speyside Single Malt Whisky [700ML]

Description

Looking for a Speyside single malt that showcases the artistry of extended sherry cask maturation without overwhelming your palate?

Master Distiller Billy Walker’s revival of GlenAllachie has produced exceptional expressions, with this 18-year-old Speyside single malt representing the pinnacle of balanced sherry influence. Unlike heavy “sherry bombs,” this whisky demonstrates sophisticated cask selection from 16 warehouses, some containing stock from the 1970s. The extended fermentation process at their Aberlour distillery creates remarkable complexity that rivals expressions like the Tomintoul 16 Years and approaches the refinement of premium aged Highland malts.

• Distillery: GlenAllachie – revived 2017 under Billy Walker’s expertise
• Region: Speyside – known for elegant, fruit-forward profiles
• ABV: 46% – non-chill filtered for enhanced mouthfeel
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: 18 years primarily in PX and Oloroso sherry casks
• Tasting Notes: Nose reveals fresh vanilla cake, orange peel, and toffee. Palate delivers rich barley sweetness with apples, caramel, honey, and warming spices. Long finish with ginger, vanilla, and gentle oak tannins
• Best Served: Neat in a Glencairn glass, room temperature

Our team at Mr. Chow’s Liquor Store has found this expression strikes an ideal balance between fruit-forward Speyside character and rich sherry influence. The oily, viscous texture from non-chill filtration enhances every flavor component without masking the underlying distillery character.

Ideal for: Serious collectors and those appreciating nuanced sherry maturation. Pairs with: Rich Malaysian desserts like gula melaka cakes or dark chocolate kuih. Recommended for: Whisky enthusiasts seeking complexity beyond standard expressions, complementing collections featuring cask strength Speyside whiskies.