Don't be put off by the popularity of Glenfiddich (Glenfiddich Special Reserve 12 Year Old)

Member Name: andyoz

Product:	Glenfiddich Special Reserve 12 Year Old
Date:	28/05/09 (46 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Big flavors not to expensive

Disadvantages: Not quite as tasty as some I have tried

Have been a fan of Whisky for around about 8 years now. There are so many to try and different version etc... Am really into my Islay single malts and a few others, have always avoided Glenfiddich for some reason. But I recently tried someones and was very impressed, so i got myself some! Whilst this is by no means my favorite whisky, it is one I think I would buy again. It has that hint of peatiness that always tends to win me over.

So what's it like, well have a read.

Colour: Light goldy amber kinda look.

Taste: Pear, granny smith apple, crisp biscuit, Caramel, grass? Hints of spice in there and a pepper finish, and as I said that slight hint of pete. We love you pete!!

It leaves a ncie finish that lingers in the mouth, no unpleasent burn or anything like that, leaves behind a pepper taste.

This is really a whisky that you must add a splash of water too. I often say that but with this whisky it makes a big difference. Just a small drop to turn the whisky cloudy. It really brings out the flavor in Glenfiddich and makes it more complex whilst at the same time makes the drinnk less harsh.

Price wise, its about middle of the range. You can get a bottle for about £25 but as this is such a well known whisky and a popular one, it is often on offer and you can always pick it up for cheaper if you have a look around. you should be looking at closer to £20.

There are quite a few different versions of Glenfiddich to try. Glenfiddich Solera Reserve 15 Years Old is one that is rather good! Glenfiddich Ancient Reserve 18 Years Old and Glenfiddich Gran Reserva 21 Years Old are great if you want to splash out a little. There is also a 30 year bottle if you really want to go for it!

Overall a very nice whisky, plenty of flavor, and well worth a try!

Summary: A good all round whisky