Glenfiddich Grande Couronne 26 Year Old is a luxurious Speyside single malt finished in rare French cognac casks. After more than two decades in American and European oak at the family-owned distillery in Dufftown, the whisky spends up to two years in cognac casks, and it is bottled at 43.8% ABV.
Grande Couronne, French for great crown, brings together Scotland's most famous single malt house and the cognac traditions of France. The cognac casks lend the long-aged Glenfiddich a toasty, oaky sweetness and a character Glenfiddich likens to French patisserie: baked orchard fruit, tarte tatin and poached pear, with café crème, brown sugar and soft spice on a velvety palate.
Glenfiddich has been run by the same family since William Grant founded it in 1887, and its special editions explore what happens when its fruity Speyside spirit meets unusual casks. Grande Couronne is one of the most opulent of them. The bottle's gold-printed label, decorated with the Glenfiddich stag and an ornate crown pattern, is matched by a green and gold presentation case, making it a superb choice for a celebration.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Toasty, oaky sweetness with French patisserie notes: baked orchard fruit, tarte tatin, poached pear, pastry and cream.
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Palate: Velvety and sweet, with café crème, brown sugar, honey and soft spice, then a hint of muscat grape.
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Finish: Long and creamy, with polished oak and lingering cognac fruit.
Specifications
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Producer: Glenfiddich
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Style: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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Expression / Batch: Grande Couronne
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Age: 26 years
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Proof / ABV: 87.6 proof (43.8% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: American and European oak, finished for up to two years in French cognac casks
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Region: Speyside, Scotland
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Serve it neat in a tulip glass and allow it a few minutes to open; the pastry and orchard fruit grow richer with air. A drop of water brings out the cream and spice. It pairs beautifully with tarte tatin, crème brûlée or fine chocolate. For a milestone birthday, an anniversary or any celebration, its crown-themed presentation makes it a memorable gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
What cask finish does Glenfiddich Grande Couronne have?
It is finished for up to two years in French cognac casks after maturing in American and European oak.
How old is Glenfiddich Grande Couronne?
It is a 26 year old single malt.
What proof is it?
It is bottled at 43.8% ABV, or 87.6 proof.
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