Glendullan 10 yo (2011), Deerstalker – Wild Scotland Collection, 59.8%

Introduction

Glendullan 10 yo (2011) is a characterful and authentic representation of the Scottish Speyside region, carefully selected and bottled by the independent bottler Deerstalker as part of their prestigious Wild Scotland Collection.

Production Method

• Ingredients: Produced from local Scottish barley and the crystal-clear spring water from the Speyside region, which gives the whisky its distinctively clean profile
• Distillation Process: Traditional pot still distillation following Glendullan distillery’s time-honored methods and craft techniques
• Maturation: 10 years of aging in carefully selected bourbon casks from 2011, contributing vanilla sweetness and spicy notes
• Special Techniques: Non-chill filtered and bottled at cask strength of 59.8% to preserve the full complexity of flavors and aromas

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich aromas of ripe apples, vanilla pod and honey with undertones of oak and subtle citrus notes
• Palate: Intense and powerful with layers of caramelized sugar, white pepper, bitter orange and toasted nuts, supported by the bourbon cask’s vanilla and spices
• Finish: Long and warming with persistent spices, dried fruit and an elegant finish of light oak and honey sweetness

Recommended Serving

• Serving Temperature: 18-20°C for optimal release of aromas
• Glass Recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass that gathers and concentrates the aromatic notes
• Serving Ideas: Enjoy it neat to appreciate the full complexity, or add a few drops of pure water to release additional aromas
• Food Pairings: Complements dark chocolate, smoked nuts or mature cheeses such as aged cheddar

Product Specifications

• Alcohol Content: 59.8% (cask strength)
• Bottle Size: 70 cl
• Country/Region of Origin: Scotland, Speyside
• Certifications/Awards: Part of the renowned Wild Scotland Collection from Deerstalker, known for their exclusive and carefully selected bottlings

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

This Glendullan 10 yo represents an exceptional expression of the Speyside distillery’s distinctive style, enhanced through the fine influence of the bourbon cask.

With a limited number of bottles in Deerstalker’s Wild Scotland Collection, this is a rare opportunity to acquire an authentic single cask bottling from one of Scotland’s respected distilleries.

The whisky bears the mark of the experts behind Deerstalker’s careful cask selection and timing for bottling, ensuring the optimal balance between distillery character and cask influence.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Connoisseurs and enthusiasts actively seek independent bottlings like this Glendullan, offering a rare insight into the distillery’s genuine character without standard filtration and dilution.

Many collectors and whisky experts consistently include Deerstalker’s Wild Scotland Collection in their collection due to the series’ documented quality and authenticity.

Over the years, Deerstalker has built a reputation for selecting exceptional casks, and this Glendullan 10 yo continues this proud tradition of quality and character.

From Glendullan Distillery to You

With this bottling, Deerstalker invites you to experience the true essence of Glendullan distillery, an insight rarely found in the official releases.

Like the Scottish landscape, this whisky is authentic, unpolished and possesses a raw beauty that speaks to the genuine whisky lover’s passion for the unspoiled.

By enjoying this Glendullan, you become part of a selective group of whisky enthusiasts who appreciate and understand the significance of independent bottlings for the preservation of Scottish whisky tradition and diversity.