The Glenrothes 50 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

The Glenrothes 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 47.5% ABV (95 Proof) | 700 mL | Scotland | Aged 50 Years
Process & Profile
The Glenrothes 50 Year Old is the distillery’s first official 50-year-old release and, at the time of launch, its oldest whisky ever released. It was matured for five decades and presented as a prestige, ultra-limited collector bottling built around deep maturity, elegant spice, and refined wood influence. The house style here is rich and polished rather than smoky, with a profile shaped by long aging and careful cask selection.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Fragrant woody spice, cedar wood, cloves
Palate: Intensely sweet and spicy with cardamom, fennel seed, and vanilla pod
Finish: Long, warm, and deeply layered
What Makes It Special
The first official 50-year-old ever released by The Glenrothes
Bottled at 47.5% ABV (95 proof)
Presented in 700 mL format
Distilled in 1968 and released as an ultra-premium limited bottling
Only 50 bottles were made worldwide, making it a true collector release
How to Enjoy
This is a bottle best approached as a special-occasion, collector-level pour. Sip it neat in a tulip glass and let it sit for several minutes before drinking. If you add water, use only a few drops to avoid flattening the older whisky’s layered spice and wood character.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is The Glenrothes 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky?The Glenrothes 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is an ultra-limited Speyside single malt aged 50 years and released as the distillery’s first official 50-year-old expression.
What is the alcohol content of The Glenrothes 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky?The Glenrothes 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is bottled at 47.5% ABV (95 proof).
How old is The Glenrothes 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky?The Glenrothes 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is aged 50 years.
What does The Glenrothes 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky taste like?The Glenrothes 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky shows fragrant woody spice on the nose, then opens into cardamom, fennel seed, vanilla pod, and a long warm finish.
Where can I buy The Glenrothes 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky?You can purchase The Glenrothes 50 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky directly from Barrel Ora Liquors, a trusted online source for premium spirits delivered to your door.