Single Malt Excellence 12YO
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy upon release, as distilled spirits do not age or improve further in the bottle. It will remain stable indefinitely when stored upright away from direct light.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Dark chocolate, blue cheese, roasted pork belly
✨ Technical Specifications
Nestled in the wild, isolated valley of the River Livet, the distillery's history is steeped in the lore of illicit distilling. Long before George Smith secured the first legal license in 1824, the glen was famed for producing a spirit of peerless quality, once favored by King George IV himself. The 'Excellence' 12 Year Old expression elevates the classic Speyside character by marrying the distillery's signature bright, floral, and orchard-fruit spirit—honed by lantern-shaped copper stills and mineral-rich water from Josie's Well—with a heavy maturation influence of ex-sherry casks. This imparts a rich, deep amber hue and layers of warm spice, honey, and dried fruits over the traditional green apple and pear notes.
🍾 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.
🍇 Base Ingredient
Malted Barley
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
40%