The Glenrothes The Single Malts of Scotland 1989 26 Years Single Malt Whisky

Glenrothes 1989 SMS

The Glenrothes

Speyside · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
26 years
ABV
53.8%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
The Glenrothes
Distillation Year
11.10.1989
Bottling Year
25.08.2016
Cask Types
Hogshead

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Lowest Price:€162.99(2024-02-28)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Sarah Williams

Sarah Williams

May 25, 2026, 20:55:28

Lovely cereal-led dram, feels really natural 🌾 Getting damp grist, oatcakes, fresh barley and a bit of sunflower oil, then loads of orchard fruit — pears, apples, plums and orange peel. Bit grassy too, like stems and leaves. Medium weight, clean, nutty, and quietly fruity. Proper easy to sit with.

Rebecca Cooper

Rebecca Cooper

May 21, 2026, 20:31:52

Warm and malty, with a bit of honey, dried fruit and gentle spice. Feels cosy rather than flashy — wee touch of oak, soft smoke, and a sweet finish 😊 Slighly moreish.

Stefan Kelly

Stefan Kelly

May 20, 2026, 02:41:52

Crackin’ wee dram this. Nose is all heather honey, soft peat reek, and a whiff of vanilla fudge. 🍯🌿 First sip brings a creamy toffe note, touch of dried apricot, maybe a hint o’ seasalt. Theres a gentle woodsmoke driftin’ through. Finish is mellow, wam and just a wee bit spicy. Proper comfy. 🥃👍

Donna Reid

Donna Reid

May 14, 2026, 10:16:38

Right, so this one’s a proper treat. 🥃 Nose is all stewed pears and a bit of baked apple, wi’ a lovely waft of vanilla fudge. Then theres this gentle oakiness, maybe a whisper of cinnamon. Onto the palate… ooft, smooth as anything. Creamy caramel, a touch of honey, and then the spice builds—nutmeg, clove, not too fiery but deffo there. A slight nuttiness too, like toasted almonds. Finish is warm and medium-long, leaving a soft smokiness and dried apricot at the back. Real moreish. 😮‍💨✨ Honestly, just a dam good dram.

Freddie Khan

Freddie Khan

May 11, 2026, 18:51:39

Right, so this whisky, yeah? Got a proper smoky vibe with a touch of vanilla 🍯 and some fruity hints. Really smooth goin' down. Cheers! 😊

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