1985 The Glenrothes

Talk about bounce-backability. Glenrothes first released the 1985 Vintage in 1997. It was popular then for its aromatic spicyness. The Glenrothes Malt Master, John Ramsay, has now agreed that the last remaining drops be vatted and bottled for the latest version of this great Vintage. The memories of the previous bottling are present but the benefit of additional years has increased the complexity and perhaps delicacy of this deliciously oaky honeyed dram. From an afternoon treat this has turned into an evening delight. A classic to accompany many puddings and thereafter.

First released in 1997, the 1985 Glenrothes' aromatic spiciness has developed nicely in the intervening years. This is the last of the vintage to be bottled, according to John Ramsay the distilleries' Malt Master - so get it while you can.
(Voted Best Vintage Whisky - The Independent - The The Ten Best Vintage Whiskies  - Dec 2010)


"This is head and shoulders above everything else. Fills all senses."
(Dave Broom, Whisky Magazine, May/June 2006)