{"product_id":"the-glenrothes-18-years-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky","title":"The Glenrothes 18 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer Background \u0026amp; History:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Glenrothes Distillery was founded in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1879\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRothes, Speyside, Scotland\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, a region renowned for elegant, fruit-driven single malts. For many decades, Glenrothes supplied spirit for blends but over time developed its own range of aged single malts celebrated for \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003erich sherry-influenced maturation and purity of expression\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Today’s core range — including the 18-year old — falls under the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoleo Collection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, a line that emphasizes age statements and maturation in sherry-seasoned oak casks, honoring the traditional linkage between Scotch whisky and Spanish sherry influence.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer \u0026amp; Whisky Maker:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Glenrothes’ whisky is crafted by its distillery team using \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etall copper pot stills\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and pure local spring water, producing a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esweet, fruit-forward, and elegantly balanced spirit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. While not typically spotlighted by a single “whisky maker” name, the Glenrothes blending and maturation team carefully selects and combines aged stocks to maintain consistency and depth across vintages in the Soleo Collection.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAs whisky, there are \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eno vineyards\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e — flavour and character derive instead from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpeyside terroir\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, local water sources (like the Burn of Rothes), and the maturation environment in oak casks.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Spirit:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esingle malt Scotch whisky aged 18 years\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and bottled as part of The Glenrothes’ \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoleo Collection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Its profile is shaped heavily by maturation in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esherry-seasoned oak casks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, especially a high proportion of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efirst-fill sherry casks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, giving it its signature richness and complexity. It is bottled at \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003enatural colour\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with no artificial caramel added.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eNon-vintage — while each bottling carries an \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e18-year age statement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, it is a blend of multiple years’ distillates matured at least 18 years.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV %:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e43 % alcohol by volume (86 proof).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification and Aging Method:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDistilled in traditional pot stills from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e100 % malted barley\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the spirit is aged for \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e18 years predominantly in sherry-seasoned oak casks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (often from Spain). This extended maturation imparts \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esweet fruit, spice, and subtle oak-derived character\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, making the whisky both full-bodied and refined.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eN\/A — whisky does not use grape varietals; instead, it is made from malted barley and water.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Medium amber with natural colour and clarity.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Aromatic orange oil, vanilla pods, ripe pear, almonds, and dried fruit nuances — a classic Speyside fruit-forward character with sherry influence.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Rich and elegant with savoury and sweet layers — pear, vanilla caramel, ginger, rose water, gentle oak spice and balanced fruit.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Long, smooth, with lingering sweet spice and subtle peppery warmth.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood and Spirit Pairing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeat or with a splash of water:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Enhances aromatic depth and richness.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDark chocolate or dessert:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Complements rich dried fruit and spice notes.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAged cheeses:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Pairing with nutty and creamy cheeses elevates both spirit and food.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCured meats and charcuterie:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Echoes spice and fruit flavours in the whisky.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBest enjoyed \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eneat in a tulip or Glencairn glass\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e at room temperature to concentrate aromatics. A few drops of water can help unlock additional flavour layers, while a large ice cube is optional for a cooler, softer experience.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eStore upright in a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecool, dark place\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, away from direct light and heat. Once opened, whisky will not age further but remains stable for many months if properly sealed. Unlike wine, it does not continue to evolve significantly in the bottle.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOften highly rated among Speyside expressions, with accolades including a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e98-point score and “Best Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky of 2020”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e from the \u003ci\u003eUltimate Spirits Challenge\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chelsea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922257658070,"sku":null,"price":1380.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/TheGlenrothes18YearsOldSingleMaltScotchWhisky.png?v=1773667722","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/the-glenrothes-18-years-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}