Whisky Review: GlenDronach Cask Strength Batch 11 at 59.8% ABV) — at $100, the question is whether it delivers on its promise. I sat down with a pour to find out.
Nose
Ruddy amber, with a tint of cedar brown. Like the nose, blackberries and oranges start off, with more honeyed treacle and ginger filling the center. A bit of salt brine and chocolate show up on the back ridges of the tongue, while honeycomb and berry pie crest to a nice finish of cinnamon spice.
Palate
Dark fruit of blackberry and sultanas are immediately evident with sweet treacle also noticeable. However, a patient consumer will find hints of brine, hay, and chocolate hiding in the edges. A confirmed Sherry Bomb, this is a much softer and sweeter whisky than expected from a cask strength dram. Approachable for beginners (who may want to use an ice cube) and nuanced for enthusiasts, it has something for everyone and can bring a holiday flavor to any time of year.
Finish
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by Whiskeyful or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
The Bottom Line
Whisky Review: GlenDronach Cask Strength Batch 11 is outstanding — one of those bottles that reminds you why you fell in love with whiskey in the first place. If you see it at $100, do not hesitate. This one earns a permanent spot on the shelf.
