Glenlivet 13 Year Old First Fill American Oak - 70cl/40%

Distillery History:The Glenlivet was founded in 1824 by George Smith in Speyside, one of the first legally licensed distilleries. Renowned for its elegant, fruity style featuring pineapple, floral and malt notes from pure spring water and tall stills. Now owned by Pernod Ricard, it is one of the world’s best-selling single malts. This expression highlights the influence of first-fill American oak, enhancing vanilla sweetness and fruit character.

Whisky Introduction:The Glenlivet 13 Year Old First Fill American Oak is matured exclusively in first-fill American white oak casks. The 13 years of ageing allows the casks to impart rich vanilla, caramel and sweet oak notes that complement the distillery’s classic fruitiness, resulting in a smoother, more approachable Speyside profile ideal for everyday drinking.

Tasting Notes:Nosing: Sweet and inviting with honey, toffee, vanilla, caramel, ripe pear and tropical fruits.Palate: Creamy and smooth – red apple, pear, citrus, vanilla cake and gentle toasted oak.Finish: Medium to long, lingering vanilla, honey and soft oak sweetness.