The Glendronach Ode To The Embers is a striking whisky that showcases the distillery’s commitment to quality and flavor. On the nose, it offers an intriguing blend of smoky notes, dark fruits, and spices, creating a complex aroma that invites exploration. The palate is robust, featuring flavors of charred oak, dried fruits, and a hint of chocolate, all harmoniously intertwined. The finish is long and warming, with a subtle smokiness that lingers, making it a unique and memorable choice for whisky enthusiasts. Matured in both Oloroso and Pedro Ximinez casks, expect a balanced dram full of spicy fruit notes and wisps of smoke.
TASTING NOTES
COLOUR
Smouldering Amber
NOSE
Aromas of cinnamon spiced toffee, apple, and caramelised walnut brittle intertwined with flamed orange on a smouldering open fire.
PALATE
Taste of raisin and honeyed walnut meld with bramble ganache and smoked chocolate fudge.
FINISH
Long and warming with lingering sultana, nutmeg, and treacle with wisps of smoked clove.
ABOUT THE DISTILLERY
Glendronach Distillery
James Allardice founded the distillery in 1826 and the Glendronach was one of the first licenced distillery’s in Scotland. The Glendronach distillery was purchased by Teachers and Sons Ltd around 1960 who increased the number of stills from two to six. In 1920 Captain Charles Grant, son of the founder Glenfiddich purchased Glendronach. The distillery still uses traditional production methods, including the practise of “floor malting” and firing its stills with coal until the 2000’s. Glendronachis best known for its use of Spanish sherry casks, oloroso and pedro ximenez (PX), which gives its whisky a rich, fruity and robust character. In 1996 the distillery was temporarily closed and reopened again in 2002 by Allied Distillers Limited. It was later sold to BenRiach Distillery company in 2008, leading to a major revival of the brand. The name Glendronach derives from the Scottish Gaelic Gleann Dronach which means “valley of the brambles”.
