Glencadam
Reserva de Madeira
- 46
- 70cl
- Taste: 2
- Highlands
Glencadam Distillery is situated in the ancient city of Brechin, Angus, just west of Montrose. Founded in 1825 by George Cooper, the distillery has changed hands numerous times over the years. Angus Dundee Distillers, a small independent distilling company, currently owns it. The distillery prides themselves on still producing Single Malt Scotch Whisky using the same traditional and handcrafted production methods as it has done for almost 200 years. Unusually,...
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Glencadam Distillery is situated in the ancient city of Brechin, Angus, just west of Montrose. Founded in 1825 by George Cooper, the distillery has changed hands numerous times over the years. Angus Dundee Distillers, a small independent distilling company, currently owns it.
The distillery prides themselves on still producing Single Malt Scotch Whisky using the same traditional and handcrafted production methods as it has done for almost 200 years. Unusually, Glencadam’s stills have lyne arms that run upwards at an angle of 15 degrees. This process promotes substantial reflux, contributing to the creation of a single malt known for its distinctive tropical and orchard fruit flavours. The distillery has always made a light floral, delicate whisky.
The Glencadam Master Distiller crafts Reserva de Madeira in small batches, carefully selecting single malt matured in exceptional American oak ex-bourbon casks from the distillery's historic dunnage warehouses. They expertly marry the whisky before finishing it in the finest Madeira wine casks, sourced from Portugal’s Madeira Islands.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Inviting aromas of cooked apples, brambles and custard tarts. With syrup sponge cake, nutmeg and berry coulis.
Palate - A wash of spiced fruits, cantaloupe melon, golden raisins and summer fruit pudding structured with dark chocolate and ginger spices.
Finish - Long and indulgent layers of brittle toffee, mocha and chocolate truffle cushioned with cosy cake spices.
The distillery prides themselves on still producing Single Malt Scotch Whisky using the same traditional and handcrafted production methods as it has done for almost 200 years. Unusually, Glencadam’s stills have lyne arms that run upwards at an angle of 15 degrees. This process promotes substantial reflux, contributing to the creation of a single malt known for its distinctive tropical and orchard fruit flavours. The distillery has always made a light floral, delicate whisky.
The Glencadam Master Distiller crafts Reserva de Madeira in small batches, carefully selecting single malt matured in exceptional American oak ex-bourbon casks from the distillery's historic dunnage warehouses. They expertly marry the whisky before finishing it in the finest Madeira wine casks, sourced from Portugal’s Madeira Islands.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Inviting aromas of cooked apples, brambles and custard tarts. With syrup sponge cake, nutmeg and berry coulis.
Palate - A wash of spiced fruits, cantaloupe melon, golden raisins and summer fruit pudding structured with dark chocolate and ginger spices.
Finish - Long and indulgent layers of brittle toffee, mocha and chocolate truffle cushioned with cosy cake spices.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig