Product Description

The 26 Year Old matures for 26 years in American and European oak and receives an extended finishing period of up to two years in rare French Cognac casks. This process adds opulent toasted oak and sweet patisserie notes. Packaging features a gold-filigree bottle in a rotating “triptych” display box.

Style/Type

Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Company/Producer

Glenfiddich Distillery

Stated Age

26 Years

ABV

43.8%

Available Sizes

700ml

Label

Grande Couronne

Market Positioning

A luxury Speyside expression in Kolkata and select Indian cities, designed for collectors and enthusiasts seeking dessert-like Cognac-cask influence.

Distillery Location

Speyside, Scotland

Aged Period/Cask

• American and European oak

• Finished up to 2 years in French Cognac casks

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Vibrant, fruit-forward; tarte tatin, buttery choux pastry, and leafy blossom.

• Palate: Deep, velvety; café au lait, soft brown sugar, and delicate spice.

• Finish: Very long and sweet, with lingering toasted oak and warm vanilla.

• Balance/Complexity: Rich, creamy, dessert-like; Cognac cask influence integrates smoothly with oak.

Glenfiddich 26 Year Old Grande Couronne price in Kolkata

Signature Recipes/Serves

• The Grande Neat: 50ml in a wide-bottomed tulip glass; swirl to release buttery pastry aromas.

• The French Highball: 50ml whisky, premium chilled soda, lemon peel; over ice.

• Cognac Cask Old Fashioned: 60ml whisky, 1 barspoon maple syrup, 2 dashes walnut bitters; stirred over ice.

• Grande Couronne & Crème Brûlée: Neat pour paired with Crème Brûlée to mirror brown sugar notes.

• The Royal Splash: Add one drop of room-temperature water to highlight café au lait and chocolate notes.

FAQs

What does “Grande Couronne” mean?
It means “Great Crown” in French, reflecting its position as a top-tier luxury release.

How is it different from the 21-Year-Old?
The 21 YO is finished in rum casks (spicy/tropical), while the 26 YO is richer, creamier, and more dessert-like due to Cognac cask influence.

Is it a limited edition?
No, it is permanent in the Grand Series, though produced in small batches.

Is it better neat or with water?
At 43.8% ABV, it is exceptionally smooth neat; water can thin delicate pastry notes.

What is the price in India?
Approximately ₹45,000–₹52,000 in Kolkata/Gurgaon/Delhi, ₹85,000+ in Mumbai, and ₹39,500 Duty Free.

Approximate prices for information only. We do not sell/encourage alcohol or target minors. Drink responsibly if legal. Not affiliated with any brand/retailer. Indian prices are state-set MRP/MSP; actual retail prices may vary.