Glenlivet Distillery
ABV 64.1%
It takes Speyside and turns the perceived style on its head. Dark and mysterious stuff, watch out for the ginger too.
Rob Allanson
Signatory
Brand
The Whisky Exchange
Bottler
2007, 12 Years Old
Expression
Single Malt
Type
12
Age (Years)
64.1%
ABV
Highland
Region/Country
Independent Bottling
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Jam making with dark fruits, prunes, plums and blackberries. Into the sherry cabinet, tea stewed raisins and cherries covered in rich dark chocolate.
Palate: Those heady and aromatic sherry notes of tannins and polished oak. A little menthol and a roast pepper edge. Cherries and chocolate with toffee apples.
Finish: Long with those sherry notes. When it slowly dries out it leaves those dark fruits.
Comment: It takes Speyside and turns the perceived style on its head. Dark and mysterious stuff, watch out for the ginger too.
Score: 8.7
Taster
Nose: Praline pecans, red apple skin, dried mango and Battenberg cake. Peering through is charred bark and some maple syrup.
Palate: Beautifully rich tones with soft leather, marzipan, salted caramel and cherry liquorice. Dashes of apricot jam, white pepper and cider vinegar crisps on the tip of the tongue.
Finish: Warm with a refreshing tingle and charred oak creating a chalky texture.
Comment: A jaw clencher cask strength that keeps its body and weight with the addition of water.
Score: 9.1
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