The Glenrothes is premiumizing. And certainly making no secret of it.
The current range of whiskies available from The Glenrothes are an 18 year old, a 25 year old, a 42 year old, and the fabled Philos.
Parent company Edrington, owner of The Macallan, has an undoubtedly gleaming track record when it comes to elevating its brands to super premium status. So, if you would like an old bottle of Glenrothes whisky in your collection, now is the time to buy it.
You can purchase this bottle on The Whiskey Wash Shop for just $383 with free shipping.
A Brief History of The Glenrothes
The Glenrothes Distillery, situated in the heart of Scotland’s Speyside region, was founded in 1878 by James Stuart & Co. with William Grant, Robert Dick, and John Cruickshank. It was built on the site of an older mill on the banks of the Burn of Rothes, leveraging the pure waters of the region known for producing fine whiskies. The distillery has experienced several reconstructions and expansions over its history. Most notably, the distillery was rebuilt after significant fires in 1897 and 1922, which led to substantial enhancements in its infrastructure.
The distillery’s products are known for their rich, spicy flavors and complexity, which are imparted by a combination of its slow distillation process, tall copper pot stills, and careful cask selection, predominantly involving sherry-seasoned oak.
Throughout its history, Glenrothes has maintained a reputation for producing whiskies that are rich in both tradition and taste. With the premiumization of the brand happening as we speak, it is truly a buyer’s market for old, vintage Glenrothes whisky.