Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Reveal Two Bottles That'll Disappear in the Blink of an Eye

Tuesday, 19 August 2025 at 17:02Aston Martin

Glenfiddich Aston Martin 48 Year Old Lagonda single malt whisky (1)

The Scottish Glenfiddich distillery and the Aston Formula 1 team have renewed their partnership with a rare whisky release: the Glenfiddich 48 Year Old Lagonda single malt whisky. But that's not all, they have also unveiled another limited edition whisky.

FAQ

What whiskys have Glenfiddich and Aston Martin unveiled?
The 48-year-old Lagonda single malt, derived from a single barrel from 1976, and a 16-year-old whisky from American oak barrels.

How many bottles are available?
Both whiskys are available in limited quantities. The Lagonda is limited to just 50 bottles.

Where can the whiskies be purchased?
The Lagonda is exclusive to The Distillers Library and at the Glenfiddich distillery. The 16-year-old whisky is available worldwide.

Glenfiddich and Aston Martin have been collaborating since last year. The Formula 1 team prominently displays the distillery's logo on the front wing of their race cars, and the distillery reveals exclusive Aston Martin whisky releases. This partnership has already resulted in an exclusive whisky release and now leads to two more exceptional single malts.

Which whiskies are Glenfiddich and Aston Martin releasing?

The Scottish distillery and the Formula 1 team have unveiled the following whiskies:

Glenfiddich x Aston Martin 48 Year Old Lagonda single malt whisky
Glenfiddich x Aston Martin 16 Year Old Limited Edition whisky

What is the Glenfiddich 1976 Lagonda whisky?

The new Glenfiddich whisky is a 48-year-old single malt that has matured for a total of 48 years. In its final aging period, the whisky underwent finishing in a particularly quarter sherry butt of European oak. The precise duration of this period has not been announced.

Brian Kinsman, malt master at Glenfiddich, had this to say about the Lagonda release:

‘This exceptional barrel was selected not only for its harvest year but also for the era it represents: the transformative 70s, a defining period that marked the beginning of the modern era for Glenfiddich and has helped shape the character of the whisky for generations to come.’

- Brian Kinsman

According to Kinsman, this was a bold decision since the sherry butt is an active barrel. In this case, it worked out remarkably well, lending the 48-year-old dram added depth and balance.

Glenfiddich Aston Martin 48 Year Old Lagonda single malt whisky

What are the tasting notes of the Glenfiddich 48 Year Old Lagonda single malt whisky?

The 48-year-old whisky has the following flavor profile:

Nose: Red berries, stewed apples, and a hint of apple strudel with buttery dough.

Palate: First spicy oak, then sweeter notes slowly unfold.

Finish: Long, layered, and elegantly drying with subtle tannins.

Glenfiddich Aston Martin 16 Year Old single malt whisky

What is the Glenfiddich 16 Year Old Limited Edition whisky and how does it taste?

The 16-year-old single malt that Glenfiddich brings out with Aston Martin has spent its maturation in old American oak barrels, new American oak barrels, and second-fill bourbon barrels. The whisky has acquired sweet and fresh tones as a result. It is bottled at 43 percent alcohol by volume (ABV) with the following tasting notes:

Nose: Cheesecake, maple syrup, caramelized ginger, and subtle toasted oak.

Taste: Silky and syrupy, with notes of ripe fruit and creamy vanilla sugars.

Finish: Smooth and elegant, with lingering sweetness.

Where can the new Glenfiddich whiskies be purchased?

The new 48-year-old single malt from Glenfiddich is an exclusive release with a very limited quantity. The whisky can be purchased exclusively through The Distillers Library and at the Glenfiddich distillery. The price tag has not been attached, but can be provided on request.

The 16-year-old whisky is temporarily available in liquor stores and whisky specialists around the world. A bottle costs about 80 Euros.