Glenfiddich 14yr Bourbon Barrel Reserve
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Distiller:
Glenfiddich
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Bottler:
Glenfiddich
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ABV:
43%
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Age:
14 Years
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Price:
$$$$$
- Raided Score: 85
- Publication: The Whiskey Jug
- Excerpt: I get that they make more money and it’s more “mass-market friendly” at 40% – 43%, but it would be even more robust at 46% and NCF. Anyways, bottom line on the Glenfiddich 14 is there’s nothing to hate on, but nothing to celebrate either.
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- Raided Score: 90
- Publication: Distiller
- Excerpt: It's an easy-sipper that does indeed bring more bourbon-esque qualities to the single malt realm.
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- Raided Score: 90
- Publication: Wine Enthusiast
- Excerpt: The palate is also peachy, highlighted by hints of almond, oak and sandalwood. The finish is drying and lightly spiced.
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- Raided Score: 92
- Publication: WhiskyCast
- Excerpt: The finish is long and creamy as the spices fade, leaving behind the sweeter honey, vanilla, and dark chocolate notes.
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- Raided Score: 88
- Publication: Drinkhacker
- Excerpt: All told: A classic, bourbon-barrel-heavy rendition of one of Speyside’s most classic single malts.
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- Raided Score: 88
- Publication: Whiskey Raiders
- Excerpt: For an age stated, 14yr product in US market only, it’s really not bad at all but at $50, I’m turning my eyes towards other bottles.
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- Raided Score: 82
- Publication: The Whiskey Wash
- Excerpt: While this is a fun and enjoyable departure for Glenfiddich collectors, it is probably unlikely to make an instantaneous convert out of most bourbon loyalists.
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- Raided Score: 87
- Publication: Whiskey Advocate
- Excerpt: Toffee, caramel, vanilla, and cinnamon on the palate, while the finish is nutty, with notes of char. The closest Glenfiddich gets to producing a bourbon!
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Intro:
This is an ex-bourbon matured Glenfiddich.
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Nose:
Creamy apples and pears, theres a good deal of vanilla and molasses also. Minor cinnamon spice, but nothing too heavy.
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Taste:
Mild and fruity, sweet with vanilla and cream and a mild char. Its not deep or complex but its light and unassuming. I dont mind it, it seems like a great dram for a picnic or for sitting on the porch reading. Despite its lack of depth, it is well blended with everything melding together nicely.
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Finish:
Medium and gentle. Not a whole lot here besides some nice light molasses and apples/pears.
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Overall:
It's not bad. If it were a couple dollars cheaper, I'd be all over it at the store. For an age stated, 14yr product in US market only, it's really not bad at all but at $50, I'm turning my eyes towards other bottles. All in all though, despite being light and simple, it's a nice summer dram.
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Score:
5
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