The distillery of the same name was founded in the 19th century in the Valley of Livet, the highest part of Speyside - the famous Scotch whiskey region . Since the advent of the distillery, Glenlivet was considered the best in all Speyside, while many manufacturers tried to pass off their product for it. In 1884, the son of the founder managed to secure the legislatively exclusive right to apply this name. Due to this, only this brand can be called Glenlivet.
The founder of the distillery was the first holder of a whiskey license in Scotland. It should be noted that the neighborly envy of his professionalism was incredibly great, so he was forced to take his revolver with him all the time - without him, he would not even appear for church services.
This whiskey was adored by George IV (king of England). In 1822, during a trip to Scotland, he, famous for his passion for pompous ceremonies and luxury, was presented with a gift of the already popular Glenlivet whiskey, reviews of which can be read in the article below. The king was so fascinated by the taste of this drink that from that moment he demanded that only The Glenlivet be served at the table - during his lifetime they started to call him as a joke “judge of the drink from Livet.”
After 100 years, The Glenlivet was able to win the favor of another famous admirer - in Paris, the president of the George V hotel , who wrote letters to this distillery every year asking him to send a box of a twelve-year-old drink for his personal collection.
Thanks to all this, The Glenlivet as a result became the standard for single malt Scotch whiskeys, while its fame extended far beyond the borders of the country: this molt was delivered to the markets of North America and England in limited quantities, called Old Vatted Glenlivet - this is the very first trade brand of whiskey from Scotland. Consequently, The Glenlivet is often called single malt whiskey, which began the brilliant history of single malt Scotch whiskey around the world.
The main components that make this drink special have remained unchanged so far: copper distillation cubes, clear water and oak barrels. Moreover, the most important thing is people's experience and unchanging traditions.
Glenlivet whiskey (the price of the drink is quite high - from 4000 rubles per bottle of the simplest malt) is aged in oak American bourbon barrels. Through the pores, the tree absorbs moisture perfectly, while giving off excess elements, while the notes of bourbon taste characteristics of alcohols improve. During aging, the whiskey acquires a very soft golden color, as well as a pleasant smack of vanilla and even a little cocoa.
Whiskey the Glenlivet (12 years)
Glenlivet 12YO is a Highland single malt whiskey from Scotland. This drink has a soft golden color, as well as a clean aroma with malt and floral notes, hints of vanilla, spices and sherry. Judging by the reviews, his taste is delicate, soft, slightly sweet, slightly tart.
Glenlivet whiskey (12 years old) combines light citrus-vanilla and peat hues. It is characterized by a warming, long aftertaste ending at the end with a peaty note.
Glenlivet 15 years
This is a single malt whiskey, an interesting character of which is due to ripening in barrels from France, created from Limousin oaks. These containers, in which wine and cognac are mainly aged, give this drink unexpected unexpected refined tones that perfectly match the elegance of traditional Glenlivet.
The drink has a deep golden color. Reading the reviews, you can find out that it has a sweet, full-bodied aroma, with light notes of pine nuts and the freshest citrus fruits. The taste is velvety, slightly rounded. It harmoniously intertwines spicy and fruity shades. The finish is nutty and spicy, quite long.
Glenlivet 18 years old
18-year-old single-malt Scotch whiskey Glenlivet has won two gold medals at the International Wine and Spirit competition. The drink has a dark amber color, quite saturated.
Reviews say that his aroma is very bright, with sherry, floral and peat hues, light notes of fruit and honey. The thin, round, soft taste of the drink is sweet and delicate floral. The dry, rich finish has smoky and spicy shades.
Glenlivet xxv
This is a remarkably balanced as well as comprehensive Glenlivet whiskey. Ideal for calm conversations in a harmonious state of man. Reading the reviews, you can find out that there is a distinct, non-dominant aroma of oak in it, with fruity and woody notes combined into a single, rather original ensemble. That unique that can only convey quality whiskey can be felt in Glenlivet XXV.
It is ideal for any gala table in order to be served with orange creme brulee or a small piece of cake. You can also enjoy it on your own, for example, for a piano concerto No. 21 of the legendary Mozart.
Glenlivet Archive 21
In the production of whiskey, the Glenlivet Archive series is usually stored in the best casks. This is due to the tradition that originates from the origins of the production of Scotch whiskey.
Reviews of this inimitable drink suggest that Glenlivet Archive 21 has a multi-faceted, deep taste. It can be achieved only after 21 years of aging in the best of all possible barrels. The limited edition has a rich amber color, a stunning rich aroma with fruity and floral notes, as well as a soft, almost creamy texture with a long rich finish.
Glenlivet 16YO Nadurra
Glenlivet 16YO Nadurra whiskey is a relatively recent, yet incredibly successful addition to the Glenlivet single malt family. In Gaelic, Nadurra is translated as "natural." This drink matures for at least 16 years in oak barrels of bourbon and is instantly bottled - without cold filtration and with a barrel fortress. Thanks to this manipulation, the drink fully retains the aroma of malt, and its structure becomes richer and more saturated.
Reading numerous reviews about this drink, it becomes clear that its taste is very mild, with the perfect combination of citrus acidity and sweetness and only a slightly noticeable woody bitter note.
Despite its short-lived existence in the market for alcoholic beverages, this whiskey is already loved by a huge number of gourmets.