In a landmark celebration of its near two-century-long heritage, The Glendronach Distillery, masters of sherry cask maturation since 1826, today announces the release of two expressions of unparalleled depth and complexity: The Glendronach 30-Year-Old and the magnificent Glendronach 40-Year-Old, 2025 Edition. Following last year’s celebrated relaunch of the brand, these new expressions mark a milestone of sherry cask artistry and decades of patient craftsmanship.
Both expressions will be available in select global markets starting Tuesday, September 9th, with just 1,300 bottles of the 30-Year-Old and a mere 70 bottles of the 40-Year-Old allocated to the U.S.
The Glendronach 30-Year-Old: A Symphony of Sherry Casks
The Glendronach 30-Year-Old is a captivating Highland Single Malt that showcases the sublime artistry of marrying whisky from three distinct sherry cask styles. Master Blender Rachel Barrie has expertly woven together the character of spirits matured in Pedro Ximénez, Oloroso, and, for the first time, Amontillado casks to create a whisky of exceptional richness and layered complexity.
“Three decades of maturation have resulted in a sublime and charming Single Malt, with generous layers of rich and complex character,” says Barrie. “It is the ultimate expression of our dedication to the art of sherry cask maturation.”
The inclusion of the Amontillado cask adds a sophisticated layer of toasted hazelnut and mellow crème caramel, complementing the signature notes of dark cherry, chocolate, and spiced fruit from the Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso casks.
The whisky is presented in a luxurious walnut curl veneer case, engraved with 30 facets to honour the three decades of maturation.
Tasting Notes – Glendronach 30-Year-Old
- ABV: 46.8%
- Colour: Dark cherry walnut
- Nose: Morello cherry, raisin, spiced Brazil nut toffee, layered with marzipan and medjool date caramel
- Taste: Smooth and complex with glazed cherry, sultana cake, cinnamon raisin-nut toffee, and chocolate hazelnut café crème
- Price: $1,300
The Glendronach 40-Year-Old, 2025 Edition: Pinnacle of Craft
The Glendronach 40-Year-Old, 2025 Edition, is the ultimate expression of the distillery’s craft. Composed from a small number of hand-selected casks, meticulously married and refined over four decades in the finest Spanish Oak Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, this whisky offers profound richness and a plush, velvet texture.
“At forty years old, it represents four decades of sherry cask refinement, polished by time to become the ultimate expression of The Glendronach,” says Barrie.
The 2025 Edition is housed in an elegant rosewood presentation box with brass handles, resting on a golden plinth—reflecting the extraordinary depth and character of the whisky within.
Tasting Notes – Glendronach 40-Year-Old
- ABV: 43.9% (Natural Cask Strength)
- Colour: Intense black ochre
- Nose: Black cherry, stewed plum, blackberry, layered with sherry-soaked chocolate gateau and aromatic café elixir
- Taste: Blackcurrant and bramble compote, prune and raisin wine, interwoven with velvety cinnamon-laced chocolate espresso
- Price: $6,700
A Celebration of Time and Craft
These 2025 Glendronach releases are a celebration of decades-long patience, artisanal craftsmanship, and sherry cask mastery, offering collectors and whisky enthusiasts a rare opportunity to own some of the most profound Highland Single Malts ever produced.
For more information, head over to the official website.
