Distilled by Glenfiddich, this release forms part of their Experimental Series. This expression is the fifth release in the range and is a collaboration with the Somerset Cider Brandy company. It been finished in Somerset Pomona spirit casks, which is a blend of cider brandy and apple juice, and bottled at a strength of 43% abv.
Orchard Experiment is the fifth release in Glenfiddich Distillery’s Experimental Series and is the world’s first single malt to be finished in Somerset Pomona casks. The palate is bright and fruity, with notes of crunchy apples, vanilla, oaky spice and caramel that linger in the finish.
A tremendous addition to the Experimental Series from Glenfiddich, combining the influences of Scotland and Somerset! This single malt has been finished in casks that previously held Somerset Pomona Spirit (a blend of apple cider brandy and apple juice) from the Somerset Cider Brandy Co.! This experiment came about after Glenfiddich’s Malt Master Brian Kinsman paid a visit to the Somerset Cider Brandy Co. to meet with its Master Distiller Matilda Temperley. After a stroll around the vintage orchards, the idea was born, the casks were sent from Somerset to Scotland and filled with a core of delicious malt, before being left to ripen. Top stuff for sipping on a warm evening, perhaps after a nice glass of cider.
Distillery Glenfiddich
Bottler Distillery Bottling
Bottling serie Experimental Series No. 05
Bottled 2022
Cask type Finished in Somerset Pomona Spirit Casks
Strength 43.0 %
Vol.Size 700 ml