Glenlivet 18 Year Old
70cl
/
40% Vol
Described by the distillery as being aged in a complex mix of both first fill and second fill casks sourced from Bourbon distilleries and Sherry bodegas. This has some wonderful vanilla, spice, fruit and citrus peel flavours.
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Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
Taste
Wonderfully balanced with bursts of sweet oranges, long with spice and moist raisin notes on finish
Nose
Old gold with apricot hues and rich fruit aromas and toffee notes on the nose
Fact Sheet
Distillery
Glenlivet
Fluid
70cl
Alcohol %
40%
Types of Barrel used for Aging
A combination of ex-Bourbon and Sherry casks made up of first-fill and refill types.
Awards and/or Press Quotes
Awards and/or Press Quotes
World Whiskey Awards - 2021 - Silver - Single Malt
- Single Malt Scotch - 13 to 19 Yrs - 2013
San Francisco World Spirits Competition: Double Gold Medal
- Distillers' Single Malts between 13 and 20 years old - 2014
International Spirits Challenge: Gold Medal
FAQs
Yes, for what it is. Glenlivet Founder's Reserve is an accessible, no age statement entry level expression that delivers the house's signature honeydew melon, cream toffee, and light floral character with consistency and without demanding significant investment. It will not challenge a 12 or 15 Year Old for complexity, but as a well made introductory Speyside with no sharp edges and broad appeal, it does its job competently. At its price point it is a reliable choice.
Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews