Glendronach is a Scottish distillery located in the Highlands, specifically in the Aberdeenshire region, near the village of Forgue. Founded in 1826 by James Allardice, its name comes from the Gaelic expression "Glen Dronach", meaning "the valley of the River Dronach", which flows near the distillery and supplies it with the water needed for distillation.
Glendronach whiskey is primarily used in Teacher's blended whisky, but in 1991 the distillery innovatively introduced two 12-year-old whiskeys - one aged in ex-bourbon casks and the second in ex-sherry casks. Although this innovation attracted attention, the brand never gained much traction, and the distillery was closed between 1996 and 2002.
In 2008, the distillery was purchased from Pernod Ricard by the BenRiach Distillery Company, which was staffed by whiskey industry legend Billy Walker, who played a vital role in the revival of the Glendronach brand. Among the most popular bottlings are the 12-year-old, 15-year-old Revival, 18-year-old Allardice and 21-year-old Parliament, which is aged exclusively in ex-sherry casks.
Glendronach Aged 12 Years is a single malt whisky, bottled directly by the distillery as part of the Original - Double Cask Matured series, with a minimum age of 12 years. It is aged in a combination of traditional oak and sherry casks.
Nose: Rich and fruity, with notes of dried fruit, chocolate, and subtle spices.
Taste: Full and smooth, with flavors of sherry, ripe fruit, and a light oak touch.
Finish: Long and warm, with lingering notes of sweetness and wood.
This whisky is popular for its smoothness, sweetness, and complexity, making it a great choice for those seeking an enjoyable, approachable, and balanced whisky with character.