{"product_id":"28-glenfiddich-15-solera-50","title":"Glenfiddich 15 Year Old Solera Reserve (Old Bottling) – Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 70cl (Solera Vat, Era-Specific Collectible)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Glenfiddich 15 Year Old Solera Reserve in the older 70cl format is widely valued as a premium, era-specific collectible. Beyond its reputation as a superb all-round Speyside malt, this bottling is famous for its innovative “Solera” marrying process—making it a standout for both drinkers and collectors seeking an earlier presentation of a modern classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Distillery: Glenfiddich \u003cbr\u003e- Country: Scotland \u003cbr\u003e- Region: Speyside \u003cbr\u003e- Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky \u003cbr\u003e- Age: 15 Years Old \u003cbr\u003e- Expression: Solera Reserve \u003cbr\u003e- Bottle Size: 70cl (older bottling format) \u003cbr\u003e- Packaging: Tube\u003cbr\u003e- ABV: 43% \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Solera System:\u003cbr\u003e- Matured components are drawn from three cask types: \u003cbr\u003e - European oak sherry casks \u003cbr\u003e - New oak casks \u003cbr\u003e - Ex-bourbon casks \u003cbr\u003e- These are married in the Glenfiddich Solera Vat (a large oak tun). \u003cbr\u003e- The Solera Vat is \u003cstrong\u003enever fully emptied\u003c\/strong\u003e and has been kept \u003cstrong\u003eat least half-full since 1998\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning each bottling contains a small portion of earlier stock—supporting remarkable consistency and a signature house style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Nose: Honey, orchard fruit, soft spice, and gentle oak with a rounded sweetness. \u003cbr\u003e- Palate: Smooth and layered—vanilla, toffee, dried fruit, and warming spice. \u003cbr\u003e- Finish: Medium-long, mellow, with lingering sweetness and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Collect \/ Buy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Older format adds “era” appeal versus later bottlings \u003cbr\u003e- Iconic, technically interesting Solera Vat process (since 1998) \u003cbr\u003e- Strong crossover demand: collectors + drinkers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBidder Confidence:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Please review all photos carefully for condition \u003cbr\u003e- Professionally packed for shipping; UK \u0026amp; international shipping available \u003cbr\u003e- Buyer responsible for any local duties\/taxes\/import restrictions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskys Auction","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53144551129425,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/4028\/1681\/files\/1AC6A4FF-861F-459A-9758-A70F707CC357.jpg?v=1772129344","url":"https:\/\/whiskysauction.co.uk\/products\/28-glenfiddich-15-solera-50","provider":"Whiskys Auction","version":"1.0","type":"link"}