The Glendronach 31 years 1978 Of. Cask n°1040 - One of 645 - bottled 2010

  • 51.20% |
  • 0.70L

A single cask (#1040) of Glendronach distilled in 1978, aged in an Oloroso sherry cask and bottled in 2010. This whisky is not cold-filtered and no artificial colours are added, allowing it to truly embody the distillery’s signature “sherry monster” style with a rich, dense texture and notes of drie…More info

Description du lot

  • Distillery: Glendronach
  • Appellation: Single Malt Whisky
  • Country/Region: Scotland , Speyside
  • Quantity: 1 Bottle
  • Level: 1 3cm
  • State: 1 Original box very slightly damaged

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The Glendronach 31 years 1978 Of. Cask n°1040 - One of 645 - bottled 2010

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  • Current Price Estimate

  • €966
  • €1,013 (Highest price)
  • €918 (Lowest price)

Latest auction prices

  • 17/07/2026 €917
  • 12/06/2026 €1,013

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Lot presentation
The Glendronach 31 years 1978 Of. Cask n°1040 - One of 645 - bottled 2010

Cuvée presentation

A single cask (#1040) of Glendronach distilled in 1978, aged in an Oloroso sherry cask and bottled in 2010. This whisky is not cold-filtered and no artificial colours are added, allowing it to truly embody the distillery’s signature “sherry monster” style with a rich, dense texture and notes of dried and candied fruit (figs, dates, prunes), orange zest, dark chocolate and warm spices. Its long maturation in sherry casks gives it depth, a natural sweetness and a long, spiced and lightly tannic finish. A limited edition of 645 bottles.

The distillery Glendronach

Scotland, Eastern Highlands/Speyside. Distillery operational. Owner: Brown Forman

It was under the wardship of Allied Domecq, the distillery's owners until the early 2000s, that Glendronach made a name for itself amongst fans of sherry cask single malts. As well as an outstanding, generous and distinguished 12 year old version, the 18 year old versions from 1972, 1976 and 1977 (written on the back of the bottle) particularly attracted the attention of connoisseurs. In the early 90s, several bottlings of The Glendronach 25 Year old 1968 produced for the Japanese market (ANA Edition) and American market (sold partly in Europe) caught the eye of those in the know and allowed a glimpse of the quality of the casks maturing in the distillery's vaults. But it would not be until 2008, with the arrival of Billy Walker at the helm, that this sleeping beauty would truly reveal her potential.As we begin the 21st century, while many have long ago swapped their Andalusian attire for a more round and consensual style, The Glendronach remains centre stage by regularly releasing single cask, vintage versions matured entirely in sherry casks, much to the delight of whisky collectors and enthusiasts.

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Detailed characteristics

  • Distillery: Glendronach
  • Vintage: 1978
  • Bottler: Of.
  • Age: 31 years
  • Appellation: Single Malt Whisky
  • Country/Region: Scotland , Speyside
  • Alcohol percentage: 51.20 %
  • Volume: 0.70L
  • Quantity: 1 Bottle
  • Level: 1 3cm
  • State: 1 Original box very slightly damaged
  • Case: Yes
  • Origin: Trade
  • Recoverable VAT: Yes
  • Color: Brown

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