Glenfiddich Project XX Experimental Whisky

Glenfiddich Project XX is a bold experiment from the Speyside icon’s Experimental Series. Twenty whisky experts were invited to hand-select their favourite casks from Glenfiddich’s warehouses. Married together by Malt Master Brian Kinsman, the result is a complex, multi-layered single malt that balances classic Speyside fruit with rich oak, spice and chocolate depth — a whisky born of collaboration, curiosity and innovation.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Classic Glenfiddich fruit notes of apple blossom, ripe pear and summer fruits open on the nose, enriched with vanilla oak, golden sugar and a hint of liquorice. The palate is mellow yet powerful, combining fudge sweetness with toasted almonds, cinnamon, clove and wood spice. A long, layered finish reveals espresso, dark chocolate and lingering oak.

Key Details

• Producer: Glenfiddich
• Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Region: Speyside, Scotland
• ABV: 47%
• Volume: 700ml
• Serve: Neat, with a splash of water, On the Rocks

Cocktail Pairings

Rich and versatile, Project XX shines neat or in creative cocktails: The XX City Cocktail (cranberry, orange & aromatic bitters); XX & Blood Orange highball; Classic Old Fashioned with orange zest; Green Apple Spritz with citrus and soda; or a Whisky Sour that highlights its sweet-spice balance.

Craftsmanship & Story

Launched in 2016 as the second release of Glenfiddich’s Experimental Series, Project XX brought together 20 hand-picked casks — sherry butts, port pipes and bourbon barrels — selected by whisky experts worldwide. Married by Brian Kinsman, this groundbreaking whisky celebrates collective creativity, offering depth, fruit and spice rarely found in a no-age-statement Speyside malt.

Special Features

Unique in its collaborative creation, Project XX showcases Glenfiddich’s pioneering spirit. Higher bottling strength (47% ABV) enhances flavour impact, while the marriage of diverse casks produces an extraordinary balance of sweetness, oak and spice. A whisky that embodies both tradition and innovation.

Recognition & Accolades

Internationally acclaimed with multiple medals across major competitions:

• Silver – International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC), 2022, 2023, 2024
• Gold – The Scotch Whisky Masters (Premium Speyside), 2019
• Silver – International Spirits Challenge (ISC), 2018
• Silver – The Scotch Whisky Masters (No Age Statement), 2018
• Silver – IWSC, 2017
• Silver – NZ Spirits Awards, 2022
• Trophy – IWSC, 2017 (Brown Spirits Packaging)

These awards reflect Project XX’s standing as one of the most distinctive modern single malts in Speyside.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

Adventurous yet elegant, Glenfiddich Project XX is ideal for whisky lovers seeking something out of the ordinary. Its collaborative story and layered depth make it a memorable gift and a rewarding dram for collectors.

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