| Rating | 89 |
| Style |
Scotch Whiskey |
| Classification | Single Malt |
| Age Statement | 12 Years |
| Produced In | Scotland |
| ABV | 40% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $40.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Review Updated | 2022-08-22 |
Glenfiddich 12-Year-Old Single Malt Review
Glenfiddich is among the more recognizable scotches, and this bottle proves to be comforting in its familiarity and reliability. Matured in American oak and sherry casks, this whisky shines with notes of vanilla and caramel on the nose and a palate of orchard fruit and rich malt. This is a great intro into the single malt whisky world.
Glenfiddich 12-Year-Old Single Malt Pros And Cons
Pros
- Well priced
- Widely available
- Approachable profile
Cons
- Not the most complex Scotch
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