Glenglassaugh 12 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Matured Single Malt Scotch Whisky
A landmark release from Glenglassaugh, this is the distillery’s first-ever aged Pedro Ximénez cask-matured whisky. Created exclusively for The Whisky Club by Master Blender Dr Rachel Barrie, it was matured in a combination of first-fill Spanish ex-Solera Pedro Ximénez butts and first-fill Pedro Ximénez puncheons. Non-chill filtered and bottled at natural colour, this 12-year-old Highland single malt combines Glenglassaugh’s signature tropical-maritime character with deep sherried richness.
Glenglassaugh Distillery
Glenglassaugh Distillery, located on the Moray Firth coast in Scotland’s Highlands, has a storied history dating back to 1875. After periods of closure, it was revived in 2008, with production resuming on its original stills and equipment. Known for its vibrant coastal style, Glenglassaugh has flourished under the expertise of Dr Rachel Barrie, also renowned for her work with GlenDronach and Benriach. Today, the distillery is celebrated for crafting whiskies that marry maritime freshness with layered, full-bodied complexity.
Glenglassaugh 12 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Matured Tasting Notes
Nose: Golden syrup, sun-dried raisin, demerara sugar, and honeyed pistachio toffee.
Palate: Dark manuka honey, caramelised date, fig, grapefruit, and salted treacle.
Finish: Chewy nougat with macadamia nuts in chocolate fondue.
Why Add Glenglassaugh 12 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Matured to Your Collection?
As the first aged Pedro Ximénez release in Glenglassaugh’s history, this limited-edition bottling marks a pivotal moment for the distillery. Crafted by Dr Rachel Barrie using premium sherry casks, it offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of the brand’s modern revival while showcasing its unique coastal Highland character with decadent PX influence.
NOTE: Product has come from a private collection. Actual product is pictured.