GlenDronach is where time slows down. Deep in the valley, the distillery rests among old stone walls, coal fires, and aging warehouses filled with sherry-rich air. The 21 Year Old Parliament captures that atmosphere in every drop. Opening the bottle feels like stepping into a dim dunnage warehouse where Oloroso and PX casks breathe quietly, dark fruits, oak, and decades of patience rising all at once.

The GlenDronach 21 Year Old Parliament
Brand: GlenDronach | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 48% | Origin: Highlands, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Dark cherries, stewed plums, old leather, rich sherry, cocoa, and warm oak, like opening an antique cabinet filled with dried fruit and polished wood.
Palate: Opulent, layered, and unmistakably sherried. Notes of blackberry compote, fig cake, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, treacle, orange peel, and warm spice unfold with slow, luxurious weight. The 48% ABV carries the richness beautifully without heaviness.
Finish: Long, deep, and resonant. Dark fruit, spice, cocoa, and sweet oak glow in a lingering, stately fade.

Production Details:
Aged for 21 full years in a combination of Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks, the Parliament showcases GlenDronach’s mastery of traditional sherry maturation. Time in these rich Spanish casks builds layers of fruit, chocolate, and warm spice while preserving the distillery’s natural Highland backbone. Bottled at 48%, it delivers remarkable depth with perfect structure.

Perfect For:
Celebratory nights, contemplative moments, or sharing with friends who know whisky well enough to appreciate a long-aged sherry bomb. Ideal for drinkers who crave richness, complexity, and old-world craftsmanship.

Expert Notes:
Whisky experts consistently rank Parliament among the world’s top sherried malts. Its balance of PX sweetness and Oloroso dryness creates a profile that is both indulgent and refined, a hallmark of GlenDronach’s classic style.

Customer Reviews:
“Dark, rich, and full of character. A sherry lover’s dream.”
“Massive flavor but beautifully balanced. Truly luxurious.”
“One of the best 21-year-olds on the market. Deep and unforgettable.”

Interesting Fact:
The name “Parliament” doesn’t refer to government, it comes from the “parliament” of rooks (black birds) that have lived around the distillery’s trees for over 200 years.

Serving Suggestions:
Best enjoyed neat to experience full sherry depth. A few drops of water reveal more fig, orange, and dark chocolate. A large ice sphere softens the spice and brings out deeper caramel tones.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1826, GlenDronach is one of Scotland’s oldest distilleries and a pioneer of sherry maturation. Known for traditional dunnage warehouses, long fermentation, and slow distillation, the distillery produces rich, robust Highland spirit that thrives in Spanish oak. The 21 Year Old Parliament reflects the very heart of GlenDronach, patient, powerful, and sherry-sculpted.