Single Malt Winchester Collection 50YO Bottled
⏳ Drinking Window & Cellar Guidance
Ready to enjoy now; will remain in peak condition indefinitely when kept sealed and stored upright in a cool, dark place.
🍽️ Culinary Pairings
Dark chocolate, Blue cheese, Roasted nuts
✨ Technical Specifications
The Glenlivet Winchester Collection 50 Year Old (Vintage 1967, bottled in 2018) represents the pinnacle of Speyside single malt craftsmanship. This incredibly rare liquid was laid down in 1967 by Captain Bill Smith-Grant, the last distilling descendant of The Glenlivet's founder, George Smith. It matured for half a century under the watchful eyes of generations of master distillers, culminating in its release under the curation of Master Distiller Alan Winchester. Housed in a hand-blown glass decanter designed by Scottish artist Brodie Nairn, this expression speaks to the slow, silent passage of time in the remote Glenlivet valley. The spirit itself is a liquid archive of Speyside history, showing unparalleled complexity born from fifty years of interaction with exceptional oak casks.
🍾 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.