The Whisky Agency Glenrothes 1989

Series: Wave farewell to 2025
ABV: 44.8%
Age: 36 years

90/ 100Outstanding

An independently bottled single malt from Glenrothes, this is a notably mature Speyside whisky at 36 years old. Whiskies of this age are typically valued for their layered character, softer edges, and greater sense of development over time.

WhiskyNotes published a reviewDec 11, 2025
The Whisky Agency Glenrothes 1989
Wave farewell to 2025 · The Glenrothes
2025 release36 years44.8%
Outstanding review score, 90 out of 100
A very warm mix of ripe mirabelles and apple pie, with honey, dried flowers, minty notes and old oak; the reviewer calls it a really good old-style malt.
almond
apple pie
barley sugar
beeswax
+18 more
By Ruben

WhiskyNotes published a reviewDec 11, 2025
The Whisky Agency Glenrothes 1989
Wave farewell to 2025 · The Glenrothes
2025 release36 years44.8%
Outstanding review score, 90 out of 100
A very warm mix of ripe mirabelles and apple pie, with honey, dried flowers, minty notes and old oak; the reviewer calls it a really good old-style malt.
almond
apple pie
barley sugar
beeswax
+18 more
By Ruben