The folks at Glenfiddich clearly enjoy exploring new cask types for their whisky. Whether it's peaty whisky in rum casks, or making good use of icewine casks, the distillery certainly has some experimental flair. And if experimental flair is what you're after, Glenfiddich Grand Cru 23 Year Old is the perfect thing. This single malt initially ages in American and European oak casks, before being moved over to rare French cuvée oak casks. The influence these casks has had on the whisky is fantastic, lifting the palate with notes of baked goods and fresh fruit.
Brioche, banana, vanilla blossom, sugared almonds, a hint of cider, lemon peel.
Melted butter on rye toast, sandalwood, peach, soft peppery hints drift in later on, with just a pinch of mint.
Flaky pastry, dry malt, pear sweetness.
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Dull, and expressionless. Save £160, buy the 15 Year Old if Glenfiddich is a must for you. A 40% 23 Year Old indeed...
Lovely smooth and quaffable just not at a price tag to over quaff!! The maturity is light and delicate, typical Speyside apple and citrus. A break from the norm with the choice of cask and the result is spot on. They (Glenfiddich) mentoned another 2 releases to follow this year.... maybe Covid has delayed but I am looking forward to seeing what they will be like.
A beautiful bottle and delicious liquid great for a treat or as a generous gift
Incredible liquid - really get baked bread and slight citrus on the nose and a rich and slightly sweet taste. Presentation is amazing as well!
This is a joke single malt at 40% I could not taste the age at 23 years. The grand cru statement and black and gold package is no more than a money making marketing object. It’s chill filtered and colour added even though it does say. When you strip this back it’s an awful malt and one Glenfiddich should be embarrassed to sell. It’s aim is to pander to the airport market. If you had any respect for single malt you wouldn’t touch this . I certainly won’t be again.
