Single Malt Cellar Collection (((Bottled 2000)))
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy now; will remain in peak condition indefinitely if stored unopened in a cool, dark place.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Dark chocolate, blue cheese, roasted venison
✨ Technical Specifications
The Glenlivet Cellar Collection represents the pinnacle of the distillery's artisanal heritage, a series of limited-edition, vintage-specific releases drawn from the most exceptional and rare casks resting in their Speyside warehouses. The bottling in the year 2000 marked a historic milestone for the distillery, showcasing incredibly well-aged spirits that have matured over decades. This collection highlights the legendary soft, fruity, and floral character of The Glenlivet, deepened by decades of interaction with oak. The remote Speyside location, with its pure water source from Josie's Well and the unique lantern-shaped copper stills designed by founder George Smith, ensures a spirit of unparalleled elegance and complexity.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1824 by George Smith in the remote Livet Valley, The Glenlivet was the first legal distillery established under the 1823 Excise Act in the parish of Glenlivet. Located high in Speyside, the distillery draws pure, mineral-rich water from Josie's Well, which contributes to a slow, controlled fermentation process. The distillery is famous for its distinctive lantern-shaped copper pot stills featuring long, narrow necks that promote extensive copper contact and high reflux. This architectural setup yields a remarkably light, ester-driven, floral spirit characterized by signature top notes of green apple, ripe pear, and summer orchard blossom. Maturation strategies range from classic American white oak bourbon casks to European oak sherry butts, French Limousin oak finishes, and exotic cask experiments like the Caribbean Reserve. Owned by Pernod Ricard under Chivas Brothers, The Glenlivet remains a global benchmark of the classic Speyside single malt tradition.