SCOTCH whisky distillery The GlenAllachie has unveiled its ‘oldest and most prestigious’ single malt expression to date: The GlenAllachie 35-year-old, encased in a ‘lavish’ oak box.
The independent producer is owned and managed by whisky maker of 52 years, Billy Walker, who hand-selected six casks holding whisky dating back to 1989 for the release.
The antique single malt was matured in three Pedro Ximénez, one Oloroso and two virgin oak casks.
Handmade in the UK, the ‘weighty’ presentation box features hand-carved detail on its base, moleskin-coloured lining, a solid brass ‘angle’, a plaque that champions the cask selection, and a removable oak plinth to hold the decanter. A booklet with Walker’s handwritten notes on the story behind the bottling and his cask selection accompanies the whisky. Its cover is an FSC-certified paper made of spent malt.
A wide-shouldered decanter gives a nod to the classic GlenAllachie bottle, while the product details are printed directly onto the glass in gold ink. The wooden stopper features gold foiling and the brand’s tagline, ‘whisky in good hands’, around its circumference.
Billy Walker said, “The 35-year-old is a testament to The GlenAllachie’s dedication, patience and relentless pursuit of perfection. Unifying the six spectacular casks has created the perfect equilibrium between the sweet influence of Pedro Ximénez, the nutty contribution of Oloroso, and the spiciness of the virgin oak. The amalgamation entails a truly spectacular single malt with opulent notes of spiced caramel, rich espresso, tropical fruits and dark chocolate truffles. If you’re lucky enough to get your hands on a bottle, it’s a whisky to be treasured.”
