Glenrothes 1988 (Bottled 2016) 28 Year Old – 5cl Dram (50ml)

A vintage Speyside single malt distilled in 1988 and bottled in 2016 after 28 years of maturation, showcasing Glenrothes’ rich, sherry-influenced house style.

Now available as a proper 5cl dram.

Why you’ll love it

Long maturation brings depth, texture and elegance to this vintage release.

Expect layers of dried fruit, dark toffee, polished oak and warming spice, with subtle citrus brightness balancing the richness.

It’s a refined, mature Speyside whisky — complex yet beautifully structured — ideal for those who appreciate well-aged sherried malts.

A generous 5cl measure allows you to experience a 28-year-old vintage whisky without the significant investment of a full bottle.

What to expect

Style: Speyside single malt Scotch whisky
Vintage: Distilled 1988
Bottled: 2016
Age: 28 years old
Maturation: Predominantly sherry cask influence
Character: Dried fruit, toffee, spice, polished oak
Release Type: Vintage age-statement release
Format: 5cl whisky dram (50ml)
Availability: Limited / discontinued vintage

Why buy your dram from WhiskyGenie

✔ Proper 5cl measure — not 3cl
✔ Carefully sourced, genuine stock
✔ Secure UK delivery
✔ Independent whisky specialist with 10+ years’ industry experience

Explore vintage Speyside whisky

Vintage bottlings capture a specific moment in a distillery’s history.

Discover Glenrothes 1988 by the dram and experience nearly three decades of maturation — the smarter way.