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3rd December 2014 |
Glenfiddich
The Original, a unique taste of single
malt history.
 Glenfiddich
The Original is a unique limited edition
expression which was inspired by the
Glenfiddich 1963 Straight
Malt, the first ever single malt to be
actively marketed internationally,
effectively establishing the entire
single malt category we know today.
Glenfiddich The Original is a
reproduction of the original Glenfiddich
Straight Malt, it has been reproduced
by Glenfiddich’s Malt Master, Brian
Kinsman. Glenfiddich tell me that Brian
has replicated a true taste of history.
By skilfully nosing and tasting the
original 1963 sample and following the
original recipe from one of
Glenfiddich’s 1960s leather bound
ledgers; he has exactly reproduced its
celebrated fresh and fruity taste.
This release is an exclusive addition to
the family run distiller’s collection of
whiskies and will be available
exclusively in the US, Australia and
Taiwan in 2014.
This is a unique reproduction of the
single malt whisky which changed the
whisky world for ever back in 1963.
Sandy Grant Gordon and Charles Grant
Gordon, following in the footsteps of
their pioneering forefathers, took the
bold decision to launch Glenfiddich
Straight Malt – the term used to
describe single malt - worldwide,
something no other distiller had done
before. Previously blended whisky
dominated the market and single malt was
only available on request to very few in
the know. Now a new whisky category was
born and for the first time it was
available worldwide.
Brian Kinsman commented: "Glenfiddich
has an unrivalled collection of rare and
aged single malts from which we can draw
on to create innovative whiskies. Using
this collection we were able to
replicate the original Glenfiddich
Straight Malt. Glenfiddich The Original
is a true taste of history. It’s an
honour to unveil this exclusive whisky
which is light and fruity with hints of
sherry spice from the European oak
sherry butts that were predominantly
used in the 1960s."
Peter Gordon, Glenfiddich Company
Director added: “Glenfiddich The
Original is testament to the family’s
vision and independence, which has
allowed us to continuously strive to
innovate and create superior whiskies.
Glenfiddich The Original is a prime
example of this and a tribute to my
father, Sandy, and Uncle Charles’
achievement of introducing single malt
Scotch to the world.”
The heritage of Glenfiddich The Original
is reflected through the bottle and
packaging. Presented in the iconic
triangular bottle which we are now so
familiar with, the bottle is in a
classic black presentation box embossed
with gold. The limited edition
expression also comes with a booklet
that details the whisky’s rich history,
making Glenfiddich The Original a unique
experience for single malt aficionados.
Bottled at 40% ABV it is now available
from specialist whisky retail outlets
and premium establishments in the US,
Australia and Taiwan, with a recommended
retail price of .
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Glenfiddich The Original Tasting Notes
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Producer's Tasting Notes:
Colour:
Rich Golden.
Nose: A fruity, floral aroma with
the hallmark Glenfiddich hint of pear.
Subtle oak notes and a youthful biscuity
character.
Taste: Pleasantly sweet
with lively fruit notes and a soft
vanilla oakiness. The flavours develop
with the addition of a little water and
to reveal delicate spices, citrus and
fresh baked oatcakes.
Finish:
Deliciously dry.
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