Glenrothes 12 Year Old Scotch Whisky
Glenrothes 12 Year Old Scotch Whisky is a 40% ABV (80 proof) Speyside single malt in a 700mL bottle, aged 12 years exclusively in sherry-seasoned oak casks and bottled at natural color with nothing added. Creamy vanilla, melon, and cinnamon define this elegant entry into The Glenrothes' Soleo Collection — and it is available to order online now at Del Mesa Liquor.
- Proof / ABV: 40% ABV / 80 proof
- Size: 700mL
- Aging: 12 years exclusively in sherry-seasoned oak casks
- Origin: The Glenrothes distillery, Speyside, Scotland
- Profile: natural color, no added coloring; Soleo Collection expression
Soleo: Sherry Oak, the Glenrothes Way
The Soleo Collection takes its name from the sun-drying of grapes for sherry in Jerez, Spain — a fitting tribute for a distillery where sherry-seasoned casks shape nearly everything. The 12 is the collection's calling card: a slow-distilled Speyside spirit from tall copper pot stills, matured solely in sherry oak until it reaches its creamy, fruit-forward balance. It is the house style in its purest form, and a starting point for anyone exploring the full Glenrothes range. Compare it with other Scotch whiskies or step up to its older Soleo siblings.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Light and fragrant — banana, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon.
Palate: Banana, lemon, and melon with warm cinnamon, wrapped in a creamy vanilla texture.
Finish: Long and sweet, with galia melon and a light touch of spice.
How to Enjoy
Sip neat or with a drop of water to open the sherry-cask fruit. Its gentle 40% ABV and balanced sweetness also make it a superb after-dinner dram, and it pairs effortlessly with vanilla desserts, shortbread, or a simple cheese plate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Glenrothes 12 aged?
Exclusively in sherry-seasoned oak casks — no other cask type — for a minimum of 12 years.
What is the ABV of Glenrothes 12 Year Old?
40% ABV (80 proof).
Is Glenrothes 12 chill-filtered?
It is bottled at natural color with nothing added, per the distillery's spec sheets.
What does Glenrothes 12 taste like?
Banana, lemon, and melon with vanilla and cinnamon — creamy, fruity, and balanced.
Ready to taste Speyside's best-kept secret? Order Glenrothes 12 Year Old online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA — it's in stock and ships straight to you.