The Glenrothes Whisky Maker's Cut is a Speyside single malt Scotch whisky matured only in first-fill sherry-seasoned oak casks and bottled at natural colour at a strength selected by the Master Whisky Maker, 48.8% ABV.
The Glenrothes Distillery, whose name means the valley of Rothes, stands in the small Speyside town of Rothes by the River Spey, with a history dating back to 1879. Whisky Maker's Cut is a creation of master distiller Gordon Motion.
The aroma is resinous, with candied peel and fresh oak. The taste is rich and spicy, with creamy vanilla and orange peel, and the long, fruity finish carries orange peel with a hint of nutmeg.
Presented in its red gift box, it makes a fine gift for lovers of sherried Speyside malts.
Enjoy it neat or with a drop of water.
Scotch whisky must be distilled and matured in Scotland for at least three years in oak casks, and any age statement on the label refers to the youngest whisky in the bottle.
Sherry-seasoned casks are oak casks filled with sherry for a period before being used for whisky, and first-fill casks pass on the most flavour: dried fruit, orange peel, spice and a rich, rounded sweetness.
Speyside is Scotland's most concentrated whisky region, known for elegant, fruity single malts, and Rothes is home to several of its distilleries.
Tasting Notes
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Aroma: Resinous, with candied peel and fresh oak.
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Taste: Rich and spicy, with creamy vanilla and orange peel.
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Finish: Long and fruity, with nutmeg.
Specifications
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Producer: The Glenrothes Distillery
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Style: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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Proof / ABV: 97.6 proof (48.8% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: First-fill sherry-seasoned oak casks
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Region: Rothes, Speyside, Scotland
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Enjoy it neat or with a drop of water. It pairs with orange cake, dark chocolate or aged cheddar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What casks are used?
Only first-fill sherry-seasoned oak casks.
Is it natural colour?
Yes.
Who created it?
Master distiller Gordon Motion.
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