Single Malt 56YO 42.6%
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy now; this fully matured spirit does not improve with bottle aging but will remain in pristine condition indefinitely if stored upright in a cool, dark place.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Dark chocolate, blue cheese, roasted venison
✨ Technical Specifications
An extraordinary relic of Speyside history, this ultra-rare 56-year-old single malt represents the absolute pinnacle of Scotch whisky maturation. Distilled at the legendary Glenlivet distillery—the historic estate established by George Smith in 1824—this spirit has slumbered for over half a century in oak. Over these decades, the distillery's signature bright, orchard-fruit character, coaxed from lantern-shaped copper pot stills and mineral-rich water from Josie's Well, has transformed into an incredibly complex, rich, and deeply layered masterpiece. The long, slow interaction with the wood has imparted profound notes of antique oak, dark chocolate, dried figs, warming spices, and a delicate whisper of beeswax, showcasing the sublime art of patience and exceptional wood management.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1824 by George Smith in the remote Livet Valley of Speyside, Scotland, The Glenlivet holds historic distinction as the first legally licensed distillery in the parish following the 1823 Excise Act. Today part of Chivas Brothers under Pernod Ricard, the distillery draws mineral-rich water from Josie's Well and employs tall, lantern-shaped copper pot stills to achieve a remarkably light and refined distillation. The Glenlivet is celebrated for setting the benchmark of classic Speyside single malt whisky, defined by a smooth, fruit-forward profile laden with orchard apples, delicate floral tones, and subtle oak, as showcased in acclaimed expressions ranging from its iconic 12 Year Old to rare editions in the Winchester and Cellar Collections.
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
42.6%