Single Malt 12YO
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Ready to enjoy upon release, as single malt Scotch whisky does not age or improve further in the bottle.
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Seared scallops, mild blue cheese, apple tart
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The Glenlivet 12 Year Old stands as a benchmark for the classic Speyside style, embodying a legacy that dates back to George Smith's pioneering legal distillery in 1824. Crafted in the remote, windswept Glenlivet valley, this single malt benefits from the mineral-rich waters of Josie's Well and the distillery's signature tall, lantern-shaped copper pot stills, which encourage maximum copper contact to create an exceptionally light, elegant, and ester-rich spirit. The whisky is matured in a combination of traditional European oak and American white oak casks, imparting delicate notes of vanilla, ripe orchard fruits, and subtle spice. This expression captures the historic spirit of Speyside, where illicit distillers once hid in the hills, eventually giving rise to one of the world's most celebrated single malts.
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Established in 1824 by George Smith in the remote Glenlivet valley of Speyside, Scotland, The Glenlivet is legendary as the first licensed distillery in the parish, setting the standard for Speyside single malts. Now owned by Pernod Ricard, the distillery draws its mineral-rich water from Josie's Well and utilizes lantern-shaped copper pot stills to produce a characteristically bright, elegant, and fruity spirit. The Glenlivet is globally renowned for its exceptional wood management, utilizing traditional oak, American white oak, and French Limousin oak casks to age signature expressions such as the 12 Year Old, the 15 Year Old French Oak Reserve, and the rare Winchester Collection.