Single Malt Double Oak 12YO
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy upon release, as single malt whisky does not age further in the bottle and remains stable for years if stored upright and away from direct sunlight.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
smoked salmon, mild blue cheese, dark chocolate
✨ Technical Specifications
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Double Oak represents the quintessential Speyside single malt style, shaped by the mineral-rich waters of Josie's Well and the distillery's signature tall, lantern-shaped copper pot stills designed by founder George Smith. Smith famously secured the first legal license in the region in 1824, defying local illicit distillers who threatened his life. This expression undergoes a dual maturation process, aging in both traditional European oak and American white oak casks. The American oak imparts sweet notes of vanilla and coconut, while the traditional oak lends structure and subtle spice, resulting in a remarkably smooth, bright, and fruit-forward spirit.
🍾 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.
🍇 Base Material
100% Malted Barley
🍷 ABV
40%