Glen Ord Cadenhead's Authentic Collection Single Malt Scotch Whisky 15 Year Old · 1996 Vintage

Colour

Deep amber with copper-gold highlights and a touch of mahogany.

Nose

Opulent sherried bouquet of ripe red fruits—cherries, plums and raisins—folded with warm toffee and orange zest. Dark chocolate and toasted almond notes mingle with polished oak and a whisper of espresso. Spicy clove and cinnamon lift the profile, while hints of leather and tobacco add depth to a bold, high-ABV finish.

Palate

Powerful, sherry-kissed palate with dark plums, raisins and fig refracting through rich toffee and cocoa. Espresso and orange zest weave with toasted oak and warm spices—cinnamon, clove, nutmeg—while a bold, peppery bite lingers. Full-bodied and luxuriant, it coats the mouth and finishes long with dried fruit and cacao.

Finish

Long, luxurious finish saturated with sherry sweetness, evolving from dark chocolate and dried fig into toasted oak and spice. A warm, lingering glow persists, with espresso notes and a subtle nutty echo fading to velvet.