ABV 52.75%
Excellent character, though the oak has taken a firmer grip than on the 1967; this is never quite so rich.
Jim Murray
The Glenlivet
Brand
1968 Vintage
Expression
Single Malt
Type
No age statement
Age (Years)
52.75%
ABV
Scotland
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Ripe figs amidst oak and malt. Delicously fruity.
Palate: Sherry and spice, oak and honey. Much maltier middle. Balance of bitterness and sweetness.
Finish: Lots of vanilla plus grapiness and gentle smoke.
Comment: Excellent character, though the oak has taken a firmer grip than on the 1967; this is never quite so rich.
Score: 7
Taster
Nose: Polished oak.
Palate: Sugared almonds, spicy; flowery, fresh herbs. A dash of herbal, leafy, flowery peatiness.
Finish: Sweet, flowery, long, smooth.
Comment: Has the complexity I expect from The Glenlivet.
Score: 9
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