It’s not just a distillery, it’s a time machine. One sip of the Glendronach 12 Year Old Gift Set (2024 Edition) and you’re transported straight to the Highlands, where the air smells faintly of oak, rain, and slow-maturing sherry casks. This is whisky made with devotion, aged patiently in Spanish wood, and bottled with the confidence of a distillery that’s never needed to chase trends.

Glendronach 12 Year Old Gift Set (2024 Edition)
Brand: Glendronach | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 43% | Origin: Highlands, Scotland | Vol: 700ml 

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Deep and inviting, with rich aromas of dried fruit, toffee, and warm oak. Notes of sultana, honey, and subtle spice hint at its sherry heritage, with just a touch of dark chocolate underneath.
Palate: Luxurious and mouth-filling, bursting with flavors of sweet raisin, ripe plum, and orange zest, balanced by smooth layers of vanilla and roasted nuts. The sherry cask influence is bold yet refined, classic Glendronach through and through.
Finish: Long, warming, and satisfyingly rich. Hints of cocoa, spice, and fruitcake linger on the palate, fading gently into sweetness.

Production Details:
Matured in a combination of Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks from Andalucía, Spain, this 12-year-old is non-chill filtered and naturally colored, every hue and note comes purely from the cask. The 2024 Gift Set celebrates Glendronach’s enduring craftsmanship, pairing the bottle with two elegant tasting glasses designed to enhance aroma and texture. It’s a perfect representation of the distillery’s “sherry-first” philosophy, where time, wood, and patience define the spirit.

Perfect For:
An evening of reflection, a fireside conversation, or a quiet celebration of good taste. This gift set is ideal for those who appreciate deep, full-bodied whiskies and want to experience Speyside richness with Highland soul.

Expert Notes:
The Glendronach 12 has earned consistent praise for its complexity and sherry maturity, often described as a “benchmark sherried single malt.” It’s a favorite among whisky writers and connoisseurs for offering remarkable depth and balance at its age.

Customer Reviews:
“Liquid fruitcake in the best possible way, warm, sweet, and rich.”   Martin P.
“It’s hard to believe this is a 12-year-old. Feels like a whisky twice its age.”   Carla M.
“The perfect after-dinner dram. The gift glasses make it even more special.”   James R.

Interesting Fact:
Glendronach is one of Scotland’s few distilleries that still relies heavily on traditional sherry cask maturation, a practice it’s upheld since 1826. Each cask is personally inspected and approved by the Master Blender before being deemed worthy of the distillery’s signature style.

Serving Suggestions:
Best enjoyed neat to appreciate its full sherry depth, or with a few drops of water to unlock hidden layers of spice and cocoa. Pair it with dark chocolate, roasted nuts, or dried figs for a truly indulgent tasting moment.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1826 in the Forgue Valley of Aberdeenshire, Glendronach remains one of Scotland’s most revered distilleries for traditional, sherry-aged single malts. Using copper pot stills and Spanish oak casks, it produces whiskies defined by richness, depth, and heritage. Nearly two centuries later, its spirit remains unchanged, a timeless tribute to the art of slow, honest whisky-making.