Glenfiddich Orchard Experiment Speyside Single Malt [700ML]

Description

What happens when Scotland’s most innovative distillery collaborates with England’s premier cider brandy makers to create something entirely unprecedented?

Glenfiddich Orchard Experiment represents a groundbreaking achievement in whisky finishing, being the world’s first single malt to be matured in Somerset Pomona spirit casks. This fifth expression in Glenfiddich’s Experimental Series showcases the distillery’s commitment to pushing boundaries beyond traditional Speyside expressions. Unlike conventional offerings such as the Tomintoul 16 Years Speyside Single Malt or Mortlach 12 Years expressions, this innovative release delivers an entirely unique flavor profile through its distinctive finishing process.

• Distillery: Glenfiddich – established 1887, pioneering family-owned Speyside distillery
• Region: Speyside, Scotland – renowned for elegant, fruity single malts
• ABV: 40% – perfectly balanced for both neat sipping and cocktail applications
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: American oak aging followed by 4-month finishing in Somerset Pomona spirit casks
• Tasting Notes: Bright crunchy apples and floral blossom on the nose, leading to caramelized apples, vanilla, and creamy toffee on the palate, with elegant oak spice and lingering caramel finish
• Best Served: Neat at room temperature, over ice, or as a premium cocktail base

Our team at Mr. Chow’s Liquor Store has evaluated countless experimental whiskies, and this expression stands out for its remarkable apple-forward complexity that maintains classic Speyside elegance. The Somerset Pomona cask finishing creates an entirely new category of flavor development that’s both familiar and revolutionary.

Ideal for: Whisky collectors seeking innovative expressions, special celebrations, and corporate gifting. Pairs with: Malaysian desserts like cendol, apple-glazed char siu, and spiced rendang. Recommended for: Adventurous whisky enthusiasts who appreciate the craftsmanship found in expressions like Balvenie 14 Years Caribbean Cask.