Signatory Glenlivet 16YO 100 Proof #10 - 70cl/57.1%

Key Details:

• Distillery: Glenlivet, founded in 1824 in Speyside’s Morayshire, one of the first licensed distilleries, known for its light, fruity spirit, owned by Chivas Brothers (Pernod Ricard).
• Vintage: Distilled in 2008.
• Age: 16 years, matured in first-fill Oloroso sherry casks, imparting deep sherry character.
• Strength: Bottled at 57.1% ABV (100 Proof), delivering a bold, intense profile.
• Bottler: Signatory Vintage, established in 1988 by Andrew Symington, known for selecting exceptional casks and bottling without chill filtration or artificial coloring.
• Character: This whisky blends Glenlivet’s fruity hallmark with the rich influence of Oloroso sherry casks, showcasing red fruits, chocolate, and spices, ideal for sherry-cask enthusiasts.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Rich sherry notes with red berries (cherry, redcurrant), raisins, dark chocolate, and toffee, complemented by subtle leather and warm oak-derived bookshelf aromas. Glenlivet’s apple and honeyed fruit notes persist.
• Palate: Sweet and intense, featuring dried fruits (figs, raisins), caramel, hazelnuts, and cinnamon. Sherry casks add red fruit candy and peppery spice, with a rounded, layered body.
• Finish: Medium to long, with cocoa, oak, and dry tannic notes, alongside lingering warm spices. Adding water softens the profile, enhancing fruit and sweetness.
• With Water: A splash of water mellows the alcohol, amplifying sherry sweetness and fruit, creating a balanced, approachable dram.