Description

Glentauchers 2009 Aged 16 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 100 Proof Exceptional Cask Edition #11 By Signatory Vintage (700ml)

Volume: 700ml           ABV: 57.1%           Age: 16 Years Old       Country: Scotland

Cask Number: Edition #11
Date of Distilling: 2009
Date of Bottling: 2025
Matured In: 1st Fill Oloroso Sherry Butts
Un-Chillfiltered, Natural Colour

The Whisky

Explore the “hidden engine” of Speyside with the Glentauchers 16 Year Old 2009 (Signatory Vintage 100 Proof Edition #11). This 700ml single malt is a standout “Exceptional Cask” within the highly collectible 100 Proof series. Distilled in 2009 and matured for 16 years, it has spent its entire life in a First-Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt, a maturation choice that transforms Glentauchers’ naturally light and fruity spirit into something far more robust and profound.

Presented at the series’ hallmark 57.1% ABV, Edition #11 offers a rare, high definition look at a distillery that is almost never seen as an official bottling. Glentauchers is prized by blenders for its “clean” profile and ability to carry heavy wood influence without losing its structural integrity. In this 16 year old format, the marriage of spirit and sherry is absolute, delivering a dark, mahogany hued dram that is non-chill filtered and natural in colour.

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich, concentrated, and deeply fruity. You are greeted by an intense wave of black cherry jam and Medjool dates, followed by a sophisticated layer of burnt brown sugar and roasted walnuts. As it breathes, the first fill Oloroso reveals deeper notes of old-fashioned furniture polish, dark cocoa, and a hint of dried cranberries, creating a nose that feels weighty and prestigious.

Palate: The arrival is powerful and “mouth coating.” It delivers a primary burst of sticky toffee pudding and Christmas cake, which quickly evolves into a mid-palate of dark chocolate orange and ginger snaps. Despite the 57.1% strength, the texture remains velvety, with the Glentauchers spirit providing a bright, raspberry like acidity that cuts through the heavy, oxidative richness of the sherry wood.

Finish: Long, warming, and elegantly drying. The finish lingers with a final flourish of espresso beans and spiced plum, finally tapering off with a clean, sophisticated trail of clove, nutmeg, and seasoned oak.

The Distillery

Glentauchers, located in the Mulben forest of Speyside, was founded in 1897. A unique factual detail: The distillery was originally designed to be a “model” for efficiency, with a layout so streamlined that it could be operated by a very small team. For over a century, its spirit has been the “top dressing” for famous blends like Buchanan’s and Black & White. Because it lacks a permanent core range of its own, independent releases like this Signatory Exceptional Cask are the only way for enthusiasts to experience the “Glentauchers DNA”—a spirit known for its incredible “fruit-bomb” potential and wax-like texture when given significant age.

Overall Review

The Glentauchers 16 Year Old 100 Proof Edition #11 is globally reviewed as a “sherry masterclass,” praised for its incredible balance of age, strength, and fruit. Critics have lauded its “monolithic depth and vibrant fruit core,” marking it as a mandatory purchase for collectors of the 100 Proof series and those seeking a long-aged Speyside malt that delivers maximum impact without sacrificing elegance.