The GlenAllachie 15 Year Old is a richly sherried Speyside single malt from one of Scotland's most talked about distilleries. Founded in 1967 at the foot of Ben Rinnes, GlenAllachie was reborn in 2017 when a team led by the veteran master distiller Billy Walker took the reins, and it has since twice been named World's Best Single Malt at the World Whiskies Awards. This 15 year old sits in the sweet spot of the core range and is the fullest expression of the house style, built on the distillery's dedication to sourcing sherry wood of the highest standard. The whisky is matured and finessed in a thoughtful combination of first fill Pedro Ximenez and Oloroso sherry casks, with the 2024 refresh broadening the program to include red wine and virgin oak, all working together to build depth without tipping into excess. Presented with integrity at a natural strength of 46 percent, without added coloring and without chill filtration, it shows an intense mahogany hue and a deeply indulgent character. The nose leads with dark cherries, golden syrup and sweet spices alongside toffee, glazed figs and hazelnuts. The palate is lush and full bodied, layering the distillery's heather honey hallmark with orange peel, cocoa, ginger and caramelised brown sugar, while cinnamon, raisin and a touch of espresso add richness. The finish is long and warming with toasted oak, burnt orange and dark chocolate. Widely praised as outstanding value against far pricier sherried malts, it is a luxurious sipper for celebratory moments or a quiet evening by the fire. Enjoy it neat or with a few drops of water to lift its spice and dark fruit.
ABV / Proof
| Brand |
The GlenAllachie |
| Distillery |
The GlenAllachie Distillery (founded 1967) |
| Category |
Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
| Age |
15 Years |
| Maturation |
Pedro Ximenez & Oloroso sherry casks (2024 redesign adds red wine & virgin oak) |
| ABV |
46% |
| Proof |
92 |
| Bottle Size |
700ml |
| Country |
Scotland |
| Region |
Speyside |
Tasting Notes
Color: Intense mahogany (natural color).
Nose: Dark cherries, golden syrup and sweet spices with toffee, glazed figs and hazelnuts.
Palate: Lush and full bodied, heather honey, orange peel, cocoa, ginger and caramelised brown sugar.
Finish: Long and warming with toasted oak, burnt orange and dark chocolate.
FAQ
What makes The GlenAllachie 15 special? It is a heavily sherried Speyside single malt matured in Pedro Ximenez and Oloroso sherry casks under master distiller Billy Walker, bottled at natural strength without coloring or chill filtration.
What proof is it? It is bottled at 46 percent alcohol by volume, which is 92 proof.
What size is this bottle? This is a 700ml bottle, the standard size for this release even in the United States, rather than 750ml.
Is it colored or chill filtered? No. It carries natural color and is non chill filtered, preserving its full texture and deep hue.
How should I drink it? Neat or with a few drops of water to open up its spice and dark fruit.
Where can I buy The GlenAllachie 15 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
