Glenallachie 12-year-old

Glenallachie

WB 85.5 472 оценок 46.0 %vol 12 лет 700

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StefanKatonaXXL Expert Senior 86 02 may 2024 6:12 pm

Undoubtedly good whisky, especially the pricing of this brand is not to be blamed. But, but... I somehow didn't fall on my ass, it just seems to me that every new year these whiskys get weaker and weaker. It reminds me of rum cask finish sweet tones in the taste, mild acidity and soft woodiness. At the end, a metallic aftertaste remained on my tongue, which slightly repulsed me....

LakatosKE Connoisseur 87 24 may 2024 9:53 pm

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Нос	88	Chocolate, raisins, prunes, prunes jam, orange marmalade, thick, syrupy, oily tobacco leaf, gingerbread spice
Вкус	88	Thick and intense, chocolate, orange marmalade, orange digestives, oily tobacco, spicy
Финиш	85	Medium - chocolate, candied orange, cinnamon, light chilli heat

Slàinte Mhath Super Administrator 85 21 feb 2025 7:14 pm

Quick hit review. I did not mind the old Flintstone label, but yes, this new presentation looks much better. Fruity, malty and almost biscuity, the nose emphasizes pastries, strawberries and wood spices. It is very harmonious and rounded. The palate unfolds with raisins, dates and more berries before dark chocolate, marzipan and soft herbal notes chime in. This is dangerously drinkable. Sweet grapes, vanilla and gentle tannins subside in the medium-length finish. I am not disappointed, this is everything that GlenDronach should be (don't get me started...)! RATING: 3.7/5.0 stars ≙ 85 pts → ABOVE AVERAGE [+]

cachalot14 Connoisseur 86 01 mar 2025 11:57 am

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Ismir_Egal Newbie 88 05 apr 2025 1:39 pm

Very good whisky with orange notes

нос 88 · вкус 89 · финиш 87

schengel10 Connoisseur 84 13 sep 2025 9:07 pm

...it was obvious that several different casks were used – including red wine? I'd almost swear to it! In any case, they've created a very sophisticated 12-year-old that also boasts a breathtakingly dark color...it may not be complex, and the alcoholic peaks in the flavor are undeniable, but for 12 years old, it's quite good... [Color]: Chestnut (!?!);

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Нос	85	Figs, dates, aged sherry, dark chocolate, cocoa, wood;
Вкус	84	Initial notes: oak, pepper, spices; dates, raisins, sour cherries, honey, sherry, red wine (?), alcohol, dark chocolate, coffee aromas;
Финиш	84	dark chocolate, spices, dry finish;

BlendedTavo Member Junior 77 29 mar 2026 7:44 pm

The nose is very fruity. Dark fruits, a forest fruit basket, and of course, sherry. The taste is initially very strong, briefly sweet, and then fruity. Pure sherry on the finish.

Greenranger Member Senior 85 09 apr 2026 12:44 am

I believe this would be a perfect malt if it was 10 years old. With 12 years the cask slightly took over the distillate. Still a wonderful dram and I always enjoy it, but it takes effort to detect the maltiness, the barleysugar and the subtle grain notes in the heavy mix of nuts, fruits and sherry. For me Edradour 10 has the edge over this

MrPatryk1 Expert Senior 86 20 may 2026 9:33 pm

нос 87 · вкус 86 · финиш 86

OctoberStella Expert Senior 83 26 sep 2026 12:57 pm

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Нос	—	Slight low-aged maltiness, prune, un-dried grapes, oily, honey I compared the leftovers in the glass after drinking it for 15 years, and the difference in quality is definitely noticeable.
Вкус	—	Spice-based spices (same as the 15-year-old), citrus (lemon to orange), slight tannins, oak, chocolate Texture and body that are neither too heavy nor too light
Финиш	—	Medium finish, leading into thick grapes, a slight hint of honey, finishing with bitterness.

Kavalki Expert Junior 85 10 oct 2026 10:22 pm

нос 86 · вкус 85 · финиш 85

Rekve Connoisseur 87 01 jul 2024 6:59 pm

нос 87 · вкус 88 · финиш 87

peatbogger Specialist 88 21 sep 2024 2:35 am

For a core range 12YO and at this price point this is not only a good whisky but good value.

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Нос	87	There is some red sherry fruits here, but this is certainly not a bomb. With a bit restrained fruit the sweetness is neither too much. It's very chocolaty. Spicy exotic wood, soft tobacco, leather. The alc is not intrusive but can be sensed.
Вкус	88	Sweetness more noticeable here, with a light zest. And lots of good wood spices. None too hot, it's just right. But again it's so chocolaty, very dark chocolate. Black cherry jam.
Финиш	89	Past medium, close to long. It just fades slowly on the palate notes. Orange chocolate and thick red jam. When the spice resides there is still a good residual sweetness.

WhiskyBjorn83 Connoisseur 75 04 jan 2025 2:10 pm

03-01-2025

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Нос	75	rubber (elastics)
Вкус	76	sherry, chocolate, caramel
Финиш	75	sherry, chocolate, caramel, dry

junyvyao Connoisseur 88 24 jan 2025 12:51 pm

Alcohol Cabin Designated Wine Man! What can I say?

нос 87 · вкус 89 · финиш 87

Peatyjohn Expert Senior 84 29 mar 2025 6:37 pm

Just voted world single malt 2025 had to try it. Rich dark fruits sweet intense, chocolate, pineapple, figs prunes. Quite a complex malt gets better with time. Dominates heavy sweet rich sherry flavours. An affordable and good value malt.

William_Tang Expert Senior 85 01 apr 2025 9:43 am

нос 86 · вкус 85 · финиш 84

Kerttu Member Senior 81 07 apr 2025 6:09 am

нос 83 · вкус 80 · финиш 81

RedRightHands Expert Senior 84 31 may 2025 12:03 am

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Нос	—	Fresh fruitiness with both red and green fruits, sherry notes, and a hint of creamy cake sweetness.
Вкус	—	Dark chocolate, sherry, sweet in a good way, definitely dried fruit. Quite pleasant tasting notes.
Финиш	—	Medium-long finish, a little bit dry compared to the sweetness of the tasting notes.

whiskyloverturk Expert Junior 84 15 jun 2025 10:18 am

нос 83 · вкус 83 · финиш 85

wbarchive_861650 Newbie 95 23 nov 2025 3:03 pm

One of the most balanced whiskies I have tried. This whisky has nothing to envy compared to others that are older. It says 46% ABV, but the alcohol is not so present as you would expect for such a high ABV. The whisky in the beginning is so smooth and embraces your tongue so well and gives you one of the best mouthfeels you can get from this kind of whisky. The aftertaste is there with a bit of bitterness but also sweetness as well. It has medium duration. Overall, this whisky is the most balanced I have tasted yet and can deal pretty well with older whiskies. It has nothing to envy, and if anyone says it is 15 years old and not 12, you will believe them.

Frinc0 Member Junior 86 09 oct 2026 9:40 pm

det här är min brukswhisky. god, len, tryck och en fantastisk eftersmak.

palo_klabnik Expert Senior 85 01 may 2024 8:37 pm

Lovely daily dram.

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Нос	85	Raisins in dark chocolate, gingerbread with cocoa, cinnamon, sweet marmelade, nuts.
Вкус	86	Dark chocolate, black pepper, cinnamon, cloves, light woody notes, dried dates.
Финиш	85	Honey, barley, dried fruits, caramel, bit of vanilla and allspice.

Gous Connoisseur 85 09 jul 2024 11:17 pm

нос 85 · вкус 85 · финиш 84

Ireland_2007 Expert Junior 84 04 aug 2024 5:08 pm

Light whisky with appealing smell and taste

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Нос	86	Warming smell, with wood/oak, wine, dried fruit, raisins and chocolate in the foreground. Some vanilla, honey and light citrus notes in the background.
Вкус	86	In the taste, clearer notes of citrus and orange, chocolate, slightly oily, sweetness from wood/oak, spicy notes of cinnamon and cloves
Финиш	81	Short to medium length, sweet wood, spicy notes, barley

stalker1971 Expert Senior 86 24 aug 2024 5:15 pm

нос 86 · вкус 86 · финиш 85

Fman Expert Senior 88 02 apr 2025 9:36 pm

Standard 12 yo, it is seriously underrated and a pure joy, especially at that price.

maltaholic Connoisseur 88 20 apr 2025 6:48 pm

The new standard from Glenallachie, with beautiful color and wonderful aroma! Old sherry, as usual from Glendronach, a beautiful sweetness, fine wood notes. Strong, fruity, sweet soda, old wood. It can be sipped quite casually, nice dram!

нос 88 · вкус 89 · финиш 87

Drekat Connoisseur 86 05 jun 2025 6:45 pm

нос 86 · вкус 86 · финиш 85

mer1973 Connoisseur 85 04 nov 2025 9:28 pm

нос 86 · вкус 85 · финиш 85

lanakias1 Newbie 89 09 jan 2026 4:50 pm

Odoaker Member Junior 87 20 jun 2026 6:08 pm

A dessert gem. It calls for cheesecake and ice cream.

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Нос	87	Roses, peaches, plum jam. Beautiful and deep.
Вкус	87	Rich, semi-sweet. Plums, pears, chocolate.
Финиш	86	Quite long, though rather simple – chocolate-driven.

Gardrum686 Member Senior 89 25 oct 2026 6:42 pm

First pour and the nose hits you straight away — rich, buttery sticky toffee pudding, all warm and inviting. On the palate it's lively and bright — that lovely impression of fizzy sugar and smooth caramel, rounded off beautifully with just a hint of cinnamon spice.

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Нос	84	Nose: Warm, rich sticky toffee pudding — absolutely mouth-watering ?
Вкус	84	Palate: Bright, lively fizzy sugar, smooth caramel, finished with just a gentle sprinkle of cinnamon
Финиш	100	No surprise at all why this one's an award-winner — perfectly balanced and such an enjoyable sip. ??✨

DistiLesha Connoisseur 87 02 may 2024 11:12 pm

A chic release with a variety of sweet tones of a wide variety of fruits and sweets turned up to the maximum. Bravo! Dedicated to all those with a sweet tooth! 21.5 22 22 21.5

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Нос	—	A special, incomparable, sweet yeasty GlenAllchie sherry, although somewhat similar to Edradour. Chocolate, dried peaches, extra black raisins, prunes, figs. There is tobacco in an empty glass. Intensity: 10/10
Вкус	—	Continuation of the nose, dense and very thick. The same dominance of the power of sweet sherry in the yeast circuit. Figs, dried peaches, prunes, sweet dark chocolate, cream liqueur, a little zest, a little eucalyptus, a wave of grape tartness, sugary caramel with plum jam. The water wasn't even useful! Saturation: 9/10 Sweetness: 10/10
Финиш	—	Spicy, astringent, cloying, woody. Confident and very long lasting!

timush2000 Expert Senior 85 16 may 2024 10:23 pm

Excellent malt. No loss of quality during the redesign!

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Нос	86	sherry, milk chocolate, chocolate cake, baked apple
Вкус	85	chocolate, sherry, walnut jam
Финиш	85	walnut jam, black pepper

eNZzo Expert Senior 85 01 jan 2025 10:20 am

нос 85 · вкус 86 · финиш 85

SwedeMalt Member Junior 87 12 apr 2025 10:16 pm

One of my favorite sherries. That umami scent makes the sniff salty and sweet, yet taste is more dried fruits.

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Нос	—	Pecan maple syrup Danish pastry, with a hint of ketsap manis, well fried mushrooms, dried fruits. My wife says that the umami notes drifts more to sweet oyster sauce or sweet spot sauce.
Вкус	—	Sweet, yet on the right side. Alcohol is very disguised. Sweet cherries, plums, dried fruits. Above medium fill.
Финиш	—	Extremely easy and round finish.

DrulyaSipper Expert Senior 85 15 apr 2025 2:42 pm

Yes, it's still good. But older 12 for me is better. I'm lacking some more black pepper and wood spice

Kikip Expert Senior 84 01 jun 2025 8:25 pm

нос 86 · вкус 84 · финиш 83

Ippon84 Expert Junior 87 08 jan 2026 1:27 pm

Nose: A bright, rich, sweet, dried-fruit-balsamic aroma with a vinous acidity. Lush, fresh dried fruits such as prunes, sweet figs, dates, dark raisins, and dried apricots. Balsamic sauce, burnt sugar, a sulfurous note, a slight mustiness, chocolate with nuts and raisins, rum baba, sweet spices, and strong tea. Palate: juicy, bright, and rich. Rich dried fruit liqueur, balsamic sauce, sulfur, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, orange zest, and oak tannin astringency. Finish: Sweet dried fruits, cinnamon, cloves, balsamic vinegar, and tart oak finish. Balance: a bright, rich, bold, dessert-style sherry whisky of a new style. Very tasty, sweet, and full-bodied, albeit without much depth or complexity. Active casks completely dominate the distillate in shaping the flavor and aroma profile. If you enjoy this style of whisky, you'll definitely love N22, P22, F21, and B22.

90ClubWhisky Connoisseur 85 31 jan 2026 8:24 pm

нос 84 · вкус 86 · финиш 84

Citrus_AI Member Senior — 06 jun 2026 8:28 pm

The cheapest bottle on the market that I truly enjoy

Joneric Newbie — 13 sep 2026 3:49 am

one of the best I ever tasted! great scotch!

Shaggy Connoisseur 87 27 sep 2026 6:11 pm

нос 86 · вкус 87 · финиш 87

Shaggy Connoisseur 87 17 apr 2024 8:07 pm

Dark 12 YO with great barrel combination. Spicy, red fruits, orange, chocolate, warm caramel, light vanilla notes, creamy.

нос 86 · вкус 87 · финиш 87

thijs100 Connoisseur 85 30 jan 2025 2:25 pm

The GlenAllachie 12 has a lot going for it, although it's not exactly subtle.

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Нос	—	Massively cask forward. There’s lots of cocoa powder, chocolate truffles and treacle, but also hints of ristretto, figs and dates. Then a slight tartness as well, not unreminiscent of a blackcurrant sour.
Вкус	—	The oak continues to put its stamp on here. Hints of pencil shavings, a pinch of pepper and surely ginger as well. But the coffee makes an encore too, albeit less strong, maybe more of a latte. Slivers of cherries too, but then also jammy dark fruits again, while there’s something slightly herbaceous hovering in the background.
Финиш	—	Medium length. Slightly bitter, somewhat tannic. Then chocolate again.

Ana Chronist Expert Senior 86 31 jan 2025 7:36 am

AXEoftheNORTH Expert Junior 87 01 feb 2025 1:02 pm

Aroma Cream with toffee, honey, marzipan and lots of fruit. Taste Full-bodied and fresh on the tongue.Initially lots of tropical fruit notes such as ripe bananas and mango.Then vanilla custard,raisins and milk chocolate.Then ginger and a little pepper. Finish Medium-long and creamy. Fresh fruit and milk chocolate form the finish.

Jonathan_Liu Expert Senior 86 29 jun 2025 6:44 pm

Minhawali Expert Senior 84 30 aug 2025 9:04 pm

нос 86 · вкус 84 · финиш 83

ant_in_wales Newbie 78 05 sep 2025 9:38 pm

I love a "Christmas Cake" whisky and really wanted to like this. Yes, there's a strong fruit and sherry nose and taste, but the whisky is really harsh and hot. This unpleasantness overpowers the taste and it's just not good. It was better the second weekend - the oxidisation has levelled it out somewhat. £50 the bottle? "Best single malt"? No. Maybe I got a bad bottle, but isn't that what QC Dept is for? I'm still tempted by an older vintage to see if it's smoother, but there's feeling of the Emperor's New Clothes here.

thomasjx Connoisseur 86 09 mar 2026 6:25 pm

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Нос	87	(86,5)
Вкус	86
Финиш	85

duranadavid Expert Senior 86 30 apr 2026 3:46 pm

aroma: soft, rounded, vanilla, honey, wood, caramel taste: rougher, barrel, bread, honey, flowers, vanilla, chocolate It reminds me of a rougher Redbreast. It's a great shot

Kaue_Maria Member Junior 84 11 jul 2026 8:25 am

喝起来不错

нос 85 · вкус 85 · финиш 83

windsurfingstew Member Senior 86 20 sep 2026 7:46 pm

An absolutely delightful Scotch. Very balanced, complex and exceptionally drinkable. I’m used to GlenAllachie’s 10 Year Old and other cask-strength releases, so at 46% this feels slightly light for my palate; if I could change one thing, I’d give it a little more intensity. That said, it is still impressively rich and full-flavoured, and I can completely understand why many people would find it delicious. For me, this is a near-perfect daily-drinking whisky: easy to enjoy, but with enough complexity to remain interesting. Colour: Deep brown.

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Нос	87	Stewed fruits, chocolate, orange peel and baked apples.
Вкус	85	Creamy and very pleasing. Butterscotch, with orange or tangerine notes. Rich and fully flavoured, though a little lighter in intensity than I usually prefer.
Финиш	86	Medium to long, with a sweet, lingering finish.

dsqwarfex1 Newbie 81 26 feb 2024 9:04 pm

Really sweet on the tongue, but becomes too sweet for more than a glass. The finish is a bit disconnected from the palate. Abruptly becomes a bit sour and ever so slightly metallic at the end. I can enjoy a glass of this whisky occassionally.

Gasperia Expert Senior 82 05 dec 2024 2:29 pm

нос 81 · вкус 82 · финиш 82

whiskyGG Expert Senior 87 27 mar 2025 1:13 pm

нос 86 · вкус 87 · финиш 87

DillaDonut1 Expert Senior 90 25 may 2025 3:01 pm

SirToby Expert Senior 83 11 sep 2025 10:49 pm

Color - Brandy, Amber

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Нос	82	strong sherry cask, dark chocolate, quite woody, behind it dark fruits with light acidity such as plums
Вкус	85	reasonably sweet with sherry notes, creamy dark chocolate, a bit of brandy and fruity
Финиш	83	warm and long

Holzwurm Connoisseur 86 02 oct 2025 9:50 pm

нос 86 · вкус 86 · финиш 85

res_nos Newbie 74 20 dec 2025 4:12 pm

God

barscience Member Senior 84 13 jan 2026 5:11 pm

On the nose, quite dark and spicy with subtle fruit notes of red grapes and raisins. The palate is also very dark with strong notes of baked plums, dark cherries, and blackberries. I detect the sweetness of maple syrup and caramel, leading to burnt sugar and the bitter notes of charred wood. Various baking spices, pepper, and light hints of roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and almost a touch of leather are also present. Similar to its big brother, the GlenAllachie 15-year-old, the 12-year-old is an exciting, very dark and robust whisky with a distinct sherry influence. Both bottlings share the same character, although the 15-year-old is even more complex and refined. I enjoyed both.

Totoro Connoisseur 79 23 may 2026 5:40 pm

A designer (and dessert) whisky that can't quite hide its youth and suboptimal spirit, yet is still okay to drink. In a way, it’s lipstick on a pig, even if it‘s a really high-quality lipstick.

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Нос	76	Pretty okay overall, but behind all this cask wizardry it does display a faint spirity character that I'm familiar with from less-than-optimal batches of the 10-year-old CS. Whereas some of the cask-strength versions make you wonder if there might be some older juice into the vatting, you don't think that here. It's a perfectly inoffensive young sherried nose, but the sample certainly does not inspire any desire to go out and buy a bottle. It feels to me as if the cask influence here is supposed to mask the deficiencies of the distillate.
Вкус	79	Here the different components come together more nicely. Very sumptuous, rich and sweet, forming a well-executed impression of dark chocolate. Reminding me of the recent Velvet Fig 12 in that way — but not nearly as classy. I guess the character of the distillate (that only comes through in flashes) really is not my cup of tea. Noticeably spirity and scattered, with the badly-integrated alcohol as a major distraction.
Финиш	83	Big notes of praline, fudge, and mousse au chocolat, with touches of molasses, cinnamon, and raisins. Someone once said that Billy Walker designs his whiskies with the finish as the biggest priority, and you can totally believe that when you try this. Pretty good for such a young whisky — but a boozy, alcoholic vibe remains.

binninin Expert Junior 84 11 jun 2026 3:12 am

glen efze Connoisseur 84 19 aug 2026 4:02 pm

Glenallachie's current 12-year-old standard bottling. Besides PX and Oloroso, virgin oak is also present. The color is correspondingly dark with reddish-brown hues. This bottling will typically be available for just under €50 by mid-2026. glen-efze.de

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Нос	—	It's a modern whisky, perhaps even a bit over the top in every aspect. There are pronounced sherry notes with cherries and plums, along with spice and cinnamon. Everything is very distinct, not subtle, not hinted at. And the aromas unfold on a very pronounced base of spicy wood.
Вкус	—	The flavors are also intense. The alcohol is present, but reasonably well integrated. Fruit notes emerge, but the dominant element is a spicy blend of dark notes with cardamom and cinnamon, a touch of cocoa, and plenty of wood. Perhaps too much wood.
Финиш	—	The aftertaste brings fresh wood. There's certainly chocolate there, the truffle praline with cherry filling – but above all, there's oak, fresh, not too bitter – but too intense for 12 years. This is certainly an impressive whisky at first sip, offering very strong aromas, especially for beginners. However, for more experienced whisky enthusiasts, it lacks elegance and a better harmony of flavors, which, in my opinion, are not yet sufficiently interwoven. And I find the virgin oak, which dominates this whisky, a bit off-putting. For me, the whisky is a little too heavy-handed.

2ndSip Connoisseur 83 16 mar 2024 10:53 am

[I have to test it again - it has a strange alcoholic bourbon-glue note.] Tjo, modern sherry malt. It's well made, no question, but it can't really pick me up. I'm a little missing that special thing that you remember - if you ignore the typical GA 'spiciness'. In short: a generic 12 year old sherry malt for “simple” enjoyment. [86 - 82 = good whisky -> get (second) bottle? Maybe...] the sample is enough for me - bottle/print design or not, the content is "generic". This strange note of glue in the nosing deducts another point [stays the same]. [Post-test: the adhesive note is no longer as strong, but is still there; I still find cinnamon and nutmeg, otherwise the same... no significant changes]

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Нос	—	initially a bourbon sticky note, which then turns into something powdery sugary honey-caramel-vanilla-like together with squishy, gooey raisins (could have been the PX component). Dark fruits appear, but they are not really typical dried fruits, they are simply fruits that have not yet dried completely. Something floral comes from the background, as well as a typical sherry spice; The tannins from the sherry cask were richly released. Very light nutty aromas, without being able to really grasp them, they seem rather diffuse. And always that alcoholic bourbon sticky note. Mmmmh, I find it strange, it should actually only be PX and Oloroso. Sherry, yes, no question, it's there with its aromas... but I keep coming back to that sticky note - strange (had a bad day?). Ok, over time juicy orange and lemon peel will appear.
Вкус	—	Spicy, tingling on the tongue - uh, you can notice the alcohol, it still seems spicy at times. Sherry aromas, tannins, spice, dryness on the tongue sets in, slight sweetness. Yes, there are some nutty flavors again, but again not really tangible. 2nd Sip: significantly fruitier, spice again, the spiciness is no longer quite as pronounced. Yes, modern sherry malt. Ok, here come some hazelnuts and Brazil nuts. Dark chocolate brings a bitter edge, but only very slightly.
Финиш	—	medium length, typical sherry aromas, slightly bitter note of dark chocolate, tannins/spice from the barrel coat the tongue, dryness continues.

Spoerkel Connoisseur 85 18 dec 2024 10:09 pm

нос 84 · вкус 86 · финиш 86

WhiskyMojaPasja Expert Senior 89 26 dec 2024 8:19 pm

#0578 GLENALLACHIE 12 yo SPEYSIDE SINGLE MALT SCOTCH Whisky (NEW LABEL) 46% like here.. this one of this... Well, I like it, thick, full-bodied, rich, coffee-chocolate and it's not just a matter of changing the label. I'm FOR it. Glenallachie in this version did not disappoint my palate. ... for me it's in a class of its own.

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Нос	—	... first sniff and... chocolate, chocolate with an orange aroma. Burnt brown sugar, toffee called gummy bears. Not bad at all. I bite into it... how do I "bite into it" - with my nose?. The right channel recognizes a trace of aromatized tobacco, and the left one sweetish honey in a dark color lying in the nostrils. Two at once feel quite dark fruits, sweet and sour plum climates. I won't mention raisins. Cherries, macerated cherries. In the empty one more marmalade, dark damp cellar, potato that the landlady forgot about, but he didn't. Light earthiness and a bit of heather. Enough and I go back to the full - it seems that the whole thing has thickened and a slight varnish note has appeared.
Вкус	—	... here we are greeted by peppery spiciness, tannins, dried plums and not necessarily Californian. From the exotic, figs with chocolate. It is cinnamon, thick, bitter and even coffee-like. Coffee of the burnt, sour kind. Grated nutmeg, cardamom crushed in a mortar. The second approach - you can feel the power as if cherries were taken alive from a spirit marinade. They are very dangerous when consumed, well they enter but can mess with your head. Thick, strong, specific flavors like plum jam fried on the day of the Plum Festival in Strzelce Dolne. Somewhere far away a light nutty aftertaste of hazelnuts. The whole thing is very accessible and drinkable. Let's move on to the finish.
Финиш	—	...sweet and sour at the same time, chocolatey, bitter and tannic. When almost everything has died down, there is still coffee and ... a dry tongue.

drink_tony Expert Senior 85 01 apr 2025 1:09 pm

sykon Expert Senior 86 26 jun 2025 8:51 pm

Overall, this is a well-made whisky. The sherry aromas are truly delicious and will make you want to quickly indulge in a second dram. However, in my opinion, the fresh casks are also very noticeable, which keeps giving me the feeling that there must be some virgin oak casks involved. This taste of fresh wood significantly lowers the whisky's rating in my opinion.

нос 87 · вкус 85 · финиш 86

xuhui666 Expert Senior 85 07 nov 2025 4:58 am

Average, neither good nor bad

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Нос	84	Aroma: A simple sherry cask scent, a not-so-specific dark dried fruit (a combination of salty wood and sweet and sour), spices, apricot, almond, mint and wood.
Вкус	87	Taste: Oily, malty (actually quite good to drink), smooth, but lacking a strong structure? Spices and aroma share the same sweet and sour dried fruit notes, with some fruity juiciness.
Финиш	85	Ending notes: Middle to lower, with a faint hint of grains and dried fruit.

feolai Connoisseur 85 23 jan 2026 2:54 am

Notes of red fruit and cereal alternate on the nose, complemented by a distinctive aroma reminiscent of a roasting house. The influence of the sherry cask lends the whisky a notably sweet palate. The style is very GlenDronach :)

нос 84 · вкус 85 · финиш 85

VMO Member Senior 82 11 jun 2026 5:06 am

Average, not exceptional. A little light on flavor.

HerryH1mself Expert Junior 89 19 sep 2026 12:34 pm

нос 90 · вкус 90 · финиш 88

gpWang1993 Newbie 90 23 oct 2026 6:55 pm

开瓶后醒一醒，巧克力，蛋糕，黑色果干

нос 86 · вкус 90 · финиш 95

Sweetspot Connoisseur 86 25 apr 2024 3:57 pm

нос 86 · вкус 85 · финиш 86

Monstruo Expert Senior 84 26 may 2024 6:45 am

нос 84 · вкус 85 · финиш 83

Expraesi Connoisseur 86 18 jan 2025 10:13 pm

нос 87 · вкус 86 · финиш 86

Vit_213 Member Senior 87 26 apr 2025 10:50 pm

whisky_oberlahn Expert Senior 87 21 sep 2025 7:32 pm

нос 87 · вкус 88 · финиш 87

Mykola_Tukalo Member Senior 84 30 nov 2025 7:55 pm

нос 84 · вкус 83 · финиш 84

Kostya Connoisseur 85 28 jan 2026 1:12 am

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	—	Darker dried fruits with some cognac-like notes and raisins. Prunes and dried bananas, peach jam and bitter-sweet chocolate. Oak influence is more substantial, cinnamon and clove and blackcurrant jam. Aromatic flowers, and dark honey, some caramel and toffee. (water): raisins, caramel and toffee. More cognac-like notes, some aromatic flowers, prunes and cooked plums. Soft tannins, tart cherries and red apples, some red grapes and berries jam. Everything is nice and measured. Development is medium long.
Вкус	—	Dark, sweet and sour and cherry flavors. Red apples, tart cherries, black and red currants, dark chocolate and wood tannins. Development is quite long with sweet and spicy notes, more tart cherries and some prunes. Balance is very good, flavors are bright but rounded. (water): sweet and sour, with sour berries and dark dried fruits. Prunes and raisins, some figs and cherry preserves. Very soft spiciness and some bitter-sweet chocolate notes. Gentle tannins adding extra layer of complexity.
Финиш	—	Short to medium, dark fruits, fruit and berry jam, soft tannins and some spiciness.

wbarchive_260795 Expert Senior — 22 feb 2026 9:10 am

The 12-year-old is the distillery's flagship product and was even awarded "World's Best Single Malt" at the 2025 World Whiskies Awards. Such an honor naturally raises expectations – not only regarding quality, but also character, depth, and distinctiveness. Perhaps that's why my standards were set particularly high.

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	83	The nose reveals classic sherry aromas: raisins, toffee, honey, and a hint of orange zest. These are followed by notes of milk chocolate and a moderate oak spice. Everything seems neatly composed and technically well-executed, but I find it lacking a distinctive edge or a particular depth that would clearly set this whisky apart from many other sherry-style whiskies.
Вкус	83	On the palate, sweet dried fruits, caramel, and a hint of cocoa. The texture is decent, but not particularly viscous or powerful. For a sherry whisky, it remains surprisingly restrained. It comes across as round and agreeable, almost tame. Complexity and development in the glass are present, but rather in the background. It lacks excitement and that moment that says: This is exceptional.
Финиш	82	The aftertaste is medium-long, sweet and spicy, and fades away relatively quietly. No off-notes, no harshness – but also no lasting impression. Conclusion: The award at the World Whiskies Awards 2025 underscores that objectively, many things have been done right here. It's well-made, approachable, and attractively priced for a sherry malt. Nevertheless, I personally can't share the overwhelming enthusiasm. For me, it remains too bland and lacks character to consciously choose it when I want to treat myself to something special.

Rosebanker66 Expert Senior 87 01 aug 2026 2:24 pm

A surprise with this standard. Amazingly complex without being overly sharp.

gpWang1993 Newbie 90 23 oct 2026 6:55 pm

开瓶后醒一醒，巧克力，蛋糕，黑色果干

нос 86 · вкус 90 · финиш 95

Will_iam Connoisseur 88 25 jul 2024 12:39 pm

нос 88 · вкус 89 · финиш 87

Ozzyosbourne007 Expert Senior 88 08 aug 2024 8:04 pm

Full nose, strong oak, sherry, chocolate. The alcohol can be felt… Oily, bold and with notes of tobacco. A clean note of malt. The taste is strong, spicy and sweet. Lots of oak, sherry… Notes of leather and tobacco… Light notes of eucalyptus… The aftertaste offers oak, dried fruits, allspice... Lovely long-lasting.

pianoman Connoisseur 84 09 apr 2025 8:45 pm

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	—	Sour cherries. Strawberry jam. A little mint. Honey. Woodruff. Sawdust. A hint of cardboard.
Вкус	—	Cherries, grapefruit. Mint chocolate. A little pepper. Burnt toast. Campari soda.

Qiefangbai Connoisseur 86 15 feb 2026 5:05 pm

Everyday staple liquor, slightly sweet water

нос 86 · вкус 86 · финиш 85

ralfy09 Expert Senior 85 28 mar 2026 2:12 pm

The Glenallachie 12 is exactly what you'd expect from this distillery: sherry! It's a successful standard bottling, offering everything you'd expect from a sherry-dominant whisky: dark fruit, wood, chocolate, and a touch of tobacco. It's not outstanding, but very solid. And it doesn't aspire to be anything more. It's Billy Walker, after all.

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	85	A sherry-like character right from the start. Plums, figs, and raisins. Malt is noticeable. Sweetness and a touch of acidity complement each other. Very well-rounded and pleasant; alcohol plays no significant role.
Вкус	86	Dark fruits, such as plums, figs, and raisins, also dominate the flavor. Cherry jam combines fruity sweetness with slightly tart notes. There's also a hint of wood spice, herbs, and menthol. More bitter notes emerge, including chocolate, walnut, a touch of tobacco, and a pinch of white pepper. The flavor alternates between sweetness and these more bitter tones.
Финиш	85	The finish leaves behind sweet plums and raisins, along with wood spice and nutty notes. It is medium-long and pleasant.

pengxc Member Senior 84 28 apr 2026 6:10 pm

The sherry cask flavor is quite strong; the initial scent is just average, nothing stands out, but the finish is slightly sweet, which is quite nice.

нос 83 · вкус 85 · финиш 84

Karlmalt Member Senior 86 22 may 2026 11:52 pm

A wonderful sherried whiskye from Glenallachie. If you like sherry matured whisky, this is a great one. One of the best in the class. For the price of 45 GBP, it's a catch.

malograna Expert Senior 85 27 may 2026 3:16 am

_7383 Newbie 88 05 aug 2026 9:31 am

delicious whisky

trailandwhisky Expert Senior 86 19 aug 2026 9:26 pm

N: beautiful sherry, dark fruit, chocolate but also a hint of red currant and something slightly sour, slightly leather in the background P: chocolate, pepper, orange peel, ginger and menthol F: medium, oily, cocoa, ginger

Klexx Connoisseur 84 12 apr 2024 10:37 am

нос 85 · вкус 84 · финиш 84

ZLako Expert Senior 85 03 sep 2024 10:23 am

"This acclaimed unpeated Speyside single malt is a drinks cabinet staple that showcases our independent approach. Our flagship bottling is founded on our core philosophy: exceptional wood is key to creating superlative whisky. With satisfyingly complex yet perfectly balanced flavours of sweet spice, dark roasted coffee, stewed apples and cocoa powder, it's a full-bodied whisky that can be enjoyed your way. We proudly present The GlenAllachie 12-year-old with integrity; at a high strength of 46%, without added colouring or chill filtration, allowing the quality to speak for itself." Overall I think this whisky changed. And FOR ME it changed for the better. I really enjoy the new flavor profile that it offers. With that said, this is still a whisky that I might not re-purchase. It is good, but not that good. I will give this whisky a solid 85 / 100. I think it is worth a try, and it is a great whisky for non-beginner whisky drinkers. For the price you get a complex and layered whisky. Enjoy it.

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	—	Wow. Not what I had expected. It's not your tyipcal sherry bomb. It has a very prominent and strong wood note with various spices such as cinnamon and cardamom. Then dried fruits appear in the form of figs, raisins and dates. Lots of chocolate. A hint of vanilla and sticky toffee with honey. Very very sweet. A hint of espresso and black pepper. At the very back of the nose a hint of citrus can be found. Off to a great start eh?
Вкус	—	Syrupy, thick and oily. Just what I expected here. A very strong note of heather honey. Oak and pine nuts. Dried raisins, figs and dates. Cinnamon, cardamom and liquorice. Milk & dark chocolate. Espresso. Vanilla and sugar. Very malty. The distillery character (if there is one) is all but lost to the influence of the Oloroso & PX casks that are used here. It's sweet but not as fruity as you might think it is, it also has a few sour notes that are not really bothering but rather they try to balance the sweetness of the whisky. It has multiple layers and a great depth.
Финиш	—	Medium length. Very sticky, sweet. Honey, marmalade, caramelized oranges and figs. Espresso and dry oak with pine nuts. Spicy and dry at the end. Great.

The_Malter Expert Senior 86 29 may 2025 9:13 am

The 2025 MMA gold medal has a rich aroma and a soft texture. If the ending rhyme is longer, it will be even better

нос 87 · вкус 86 · финиш 84

The_Independent Expert Senior 87 05 jun 2025 5:11 pm

Tasting @ Helgoheiner 2025

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	87	Intensive Sherrynote, Dörrobst, Jaffa-Cake
Вкус	86	Sour, spicy, woody, sherry, astringent, orange zest
Финиш	87	Dark chocolate, coffee, spicy, furry on the tongue, long, slight spiciness

Malthead19 Connoisseur 85 17 oct 2025 4:49 pm

COLOR: Chestnut, dark amber - an excellent "standard" 12 years - phenomenal quality for the money - great taste - significantly different (better) in taste and smell than the 2018 bottling - at 50€ the price is fully worth it

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	—	very soft, intense & complex, leather, tobacco, dates, sweet strong sherry
Вкус	—	very soft, very aromatic attack, complex, oak, pepper, raisins, very sweet, intense, dominant sherry, dark chocolate, dates, fig, heavy, intense aroma
Финиш	—	long, soft, intense finish; medium-long sweet and fruity aftertaste

Malthead_GER Expert Senior 86 15 nov 2025 4:01 pm

Tasting am 2025-06-27 Preis: 54,90€

Firefly113 Member Senior 84 01 dec 2025 6:18 pm

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	85	Creamy, fruity (plum, cherry), a little pastry, spices, almonds
Вкус	84	Very viscous, oily, cherry, jam, pepper, spices
Финиш	84	Medium, bright, peppery, fruity, varied

Popilll Connoisseur 87 19 dec 2025 7:24 pm

нос 87 · вкус 87 · финиш 86

pavl1k Member Senior 82 24 dec 2025 12:31 pm

A decent whisky. But it's better to get a cask 10. 21, 21, 20, 20

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	—	A rich nose of dried fruit, plum, hers, pastry, and caramel. The scent of autumn.
Вкус	—	Rich, sherry-like
Финиш	—	With a little pepperiness, but not bright

Randy_van_der_aalst Newbie 75 25 sep 2026 10:30 pm

good elke avond

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XiJinPing	Expert Junior	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #0
SergeyKonst	Expert Junior	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #1
clausm	Expert Junior	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #2
cachalot14	Connoisseur	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #3
keke63	Member Senior	нет	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #4
KyleRiemen	Expert Senior	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #5
Forsedomani	Member Senior	нет	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #6
ep11ripee	Connoisseur	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #7
Umut_Boyunsuz	Newbie	нет	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #8
ABusdriver	Member Senior	нет	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #9
leafar95	Member Senior	нет	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #10
whiskycu	Connoisseur	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #11
fun taster	Expert Senior	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #12
Sprayer99	Connoisseur	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #13
_1328	Newbie	нет	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #14
GlenWim	Expert Senior	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #15
404fred	Connoisseur	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #16
Sunta	Expert Senior	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #17
Ana Chronist	Expert Senior	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #18
der.schubi	Expert Senior	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #19
The_Malter	Expert Senior	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #20
Expraesi	Connoisseur	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #21
loicwagner	Member Senior	нет	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #22
ADram4Ben	Connoisseur	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #23
Expraesi	Connoisseur	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #24
funhouse	Expert Junior	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #25
PugsAndCoffee (Expert Junior, Member Senior)	Expert Junior	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #26
Jstar	Member Senior	нет	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #27
RuneV	Member Senior	нет	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #28
sykon	Expert Senior	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #29
VintagePaddy (Connoisseur, Expert Senior)	Connoisseur	да	86.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #30
Xero24140	Member Senior	нет	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #31
mark1221	Expert Junior	да	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #32
Jin_mk	Member Senior	нет	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #33
Richard1969	Member Senior	нет	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #34
Tranqui3	Newbie	нет	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #35
ralfy09	Expert Senior	да	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #36
Boro	Expert Senior	да	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #37
RayXile	Member Senior	нет	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #38
Damperstang	Expert Senior	да	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #39
kevlar90	Expert Senior	да	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #40
Greenranger	Member Senior	нет	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #41
_4941	Newbie	нет	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #42
Amadeusyjw	Member Senior	нет	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #43
Nepherkare	Member Senior	нет	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #44
whiskybdg	Expert Senior	да	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #45
GIORGOS	Connoisseur	да	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #46
rickypeng	Connoisseur	да	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #47
Denderin	Expert Junior	да	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #48
xraycer	Expert Senior	да	85.0	неизвестна	стр. 2, #49

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	Glenallachie 12-year-old 46% ABV PX + Oloroso Whiskybase 70 cl	54.90 €	WB 85.5 472 оц. собр. 441/441	—Glenallachie	—	44.58 € 44.58 €–44.58 € · 2 из 81	-23.1%	80.00 €	+31.4%	46.50 €	-18.1%	нет в наличии	single malt whisky70 cl	DeliaWhisky	WB #248391 не подтверждено (не exact)
	Glenallachie 12-year-old 46% ABV PX + Oloroso Whiskybase 70 cl	57.62 €	WB 85.5 472 оц. собр. 441/441	SpeysideGlenallachie	—	44.58 € 44.58 €–44.58 € · 2 из 81	-29.3%	80.00 €	+28.0%	46.50 €	-23.9%	в наличии	whisky70 cl	The Whisky Exchange	WB #248391 не подтверждено (не exact)