Single Malt For The Chairman 21YO (((Bottled 1984)))
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy now. Unlike wine, bottled single malt Scotch whisky does not mature further in the glass and can be preserved indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
dark chocolate, blue cheese, roasted venison
✨ Technical Specifications
An extraordinary relic of Speyside history, The Glenlivet 'For the Chairman' 21 Year Old, bottled in 1984, is a legendary single malt that captures the essence of a bygone era. Distilled in the early 1960s, this expression was originally selected from the distillery's most exceptional casks, a tribute to the historic tradition of reserving the finest spirits for the chairman's private stock and esteemed guests. Drawing mineral-rich water from Josie's Well and distilled in Glenlivet's signature lantern-shaped copper pot stills, this whisky underwent over two decades of slow maturation. The result is an incredibly complex, elegant spirit boasting notes of rich dried fruits, soft oak spices, heather honey, and a delicate whisper of peat smoke, representing the pinnacle of traditional Speyside craftsmanship.
🍾 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
Malted Barley
🍷 ABV
43%