Glenfiddich Aston Martin Formula One Team 16 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Release No. 2 is the second annual limited edition from Glenfiddich's multi-year partnership with the Aston Martin Formula One Team. Inspired by Glenfiddich Malt Master Brian Kinsman and Aston Martin Formula One Team Managing Technical Partner Adrian Newey, this 16-year-old Speyside single malt is built from whiskies matured across five cask types and bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof).

Five Casks, One Seamless Whole

Where the inaugural Release No. 1 relied on American oak across three cask types, Release No. 2 expands the recipe to five: first-fill bourbon barrels, Port pipes, Oloroso sherry casks, red wine casks, and a final touch of Fino sherry butts. Port and Fino sherry join the blend for the first time, adding dried-fruit richness and structure, with the Fino and oak contributing a drier counterpoint to Glenfiddich's naturally fruity Speyside character.

A Partnership Built on Precision

Glenfiddich and the Aston Martin Formula One Team announced their five-year partnership in November 2024. The collaboration draws on a shared philosophy: that the most defining performance often comes from what can't immediately be seen, whether in hundreds of small engineering decisions or in the careful selection and marrying of whiskies.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: rich stewed fruits with a beautiful array of floral top notes and hints of marzipan and polished leather.
• Palate: mellow and silky smooth, with a creamy, buttery toffee sweetness, caramelized cane sugar, and dry oak tannin.
• Finish: long-lasting oaky sweetness.

How to Enjoy It

Enjoy neat, or with a drop of water to bring out the fresh ripe fruit notes. For a refreshing serve, try a Speyside Spritz: 1.5 parts Glenfiddich 16 Year Old, 0.75 part pear liqueur, half part simple syrup, and a dash of Angostura bitters over cubed ice in a wine glass.

Product Details

• Brand: Glenfiddich
• Type: Single malt Scotch whisky, limited edition
• Release: No. 2, 2026
• Size: 750ml
• ABV: 43% (86 proof)
• Age: 16 years
• Casks: first-fill bourbon, Port pipes, Oloroso sherry, red wine, Fino sherry
• Region: Speyside, Scotland

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ABV of Release No. 2?

It is bottled at 43% ABV, which is 86 proof.

How is Release No. 2 different from Release No. 1?

Release No. 1 was matured entirely in American oak across three cask types. Release No. 2 uses five cask types, adding Port pipes, red wine casks, and Fino sherry butts alongside bourbon barrels and Oloroso sherry casks.

Is this a limited release?

Yes. It's the second annual limited-edition bottling in the Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team collaboration.

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