Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 40% ABV (80 Proof) | 750 mL

Process & Profile

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old is a signature Speyside single malt that has set the standard for approachable Scotch whisky since its debut. Distilled in copper pot stills and aged for 12 years in a combination of American oak ex-bourbon barrels and European oak sherry casks, the whisky is then married in traditional oak tuns. This balance of wood influences creates a light, elegant whisky with layers of fruit, malt, and soft oak.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Crisp pear, green apple, light honey, vanilla, and soft floral notes

• Palate: Smooth and creamy with butterscotch, fresh citrus, malted barley, and delicate oak spice

• Finish: Clean, gently spiced with lingering malt sweetness and subtle wood

What Makes It Special

• One of the world’s best-selling single malt Scotch whiskies

• Aged in both bourbon and sherry casks for a balanced and rounded profile

• Distilled using Glenfiddich’s traditional copper pot stills and Robbie Dhu spring water

• Crafted at a family-owned distillery with a legacy dating back to 1887

• Often recommended as an ideal introduction to single malt Scotch

How to Enjoy

Best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn or tulip glass to capture its subtle aromatics. Also works well in a highball or with a single ice cube to reveal its fruit-forward core.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the ABV?
   40% alcohol by volume (80 proof).

2. How long is it aged?
   A minimum of 12 years.

3. What types of casks are used?
   American oak ex-bourbon barrels and European sherry casks.

4. Is it chill-filtered?
   Yes, Glenfiddich typically chill-filters their core range.

5. Is caramel coloring added?
   Likely, as is common in many entry-level Scotch expressions.

6. Is it good for beginners?
   Absolutely—widely regarded as an accessible and reliable Speyside single malt.