Glendullan has always been the quiet charmer of the Speyside trio, subtle, approachable, and shaped by the soft air rolling through the Conval Hills. The 2023 Special Release brings out a brighter, more playful side of the distillery. Even in a 20cl bottle, it feels like opening a window on a fresh afternoon where sunlight, fruit, and gentle sweetness drift into the room.

The Singleton of Glendullan 14 Year Old 2023 Special Release
Brand: The Singleton of Glendullan | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 55% | Origin: Speyside, Scotland | Vol: 200ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Fresh green apples, honeycomb, soft vanilla, and orchard blossoms, like walking through a fruit orchard just as the sun begins to warm the trees.
Palate: Smooth, fruity, and delightfully bright. Notes of ripe pear, citrus zest, buttery toffee, and malt sweetness unfold with a silky texture. The vibrancy feels youthful, yet the depth shows Glendullan’s maturity.
Finish: Medium to long with lingering apple, gentle oak spice, and a warm malt glow that fades softly and cleanly.

Production Details:
Glendullan’s spirit is known for its elegant, fruit-forward profile, shaped by slow fermentation and copper-rich distillation. For the 2023 Special Release, casks were selected to enhance freshness and lift natural sweetness. The result is a whisky that balances clarity and creaminess, bright, refined, and unmistakably Speyside.

Perfect For:
A relaxed afternoon with soft light filling the room, or a calm evening where you want something smooth, uplifting, and easy to return to. This whisky shines in peaceful moments.

Expert Notes:
Critics praised the 2023 release for its fresh orchard character and polished sweetness. Many highlighted it as one of the easiest-drinking Special Releases of the year, approachable yet elegant enough to impress seasoned whisky fans.

Customer Reviews:
“Crisp, fruity, and super smooth. One of the easiest pours I’ve had.”
“Light on its feet but still full of flavor. A beautiful Speyside.”
“Perfect whisky for slow afternoons. Bright and comforting.”

Interesting Fact:
Glendullan was once known as “the green valley distillery,” thanks to its lush surroundings, a quality many fans believe shows in its fresh, fruit-driven spirit.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat to appreciate the orchard fruit and creamy sweetness. A splash of water softens the spice and brings forward more vanilla. One large ice cube works if you want a chilled, lighter expression.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1897 along the River Fiddich, Glendullan has quietly produced soft, approachable single malts for over a century. Its style is defined by long fermentation, gentle distillation, and a natural fruitiness shaped by its Speyside landscape. Though often overshadowed by louder neighbors, Glendullan remains a favorite among drinkers who value subtlety, smoothness, and quiet elegance.