Product Description

The Glenlivet 18 Year Old is matured in a combination of first and second-fill American oak casks, which contribute tropical fruit notes, and ex-Sherry oak casks, which provide spicy complexity. It is noted for sophistication and balance.

Style/Type

Speyside single malt whisky

Company/Producer

The Glenlivet

Stated Age

18 Years

ABV

40% (standard), 43% (premium/travel retail)

Available Sizes

700ml – 750ml standard, 1L duty-free

Awards

Has received multiple gold medals, more than any other expression in the range.

Label

The Glenlivet 18 Year Old

Market Positioning

Premium Speyside single malt with American and Sherry oak maturation, targeting international and Indian markets.

Distillery Location

Speyside, Scotland

Aged Period/Cask

Matured in first and second-fill American oak and ex-Sherry oak casks

Tasting Notes

Aroma

Rich fruit and toffee aromas with hints of ripe apricot and summer blossoms

Palate

Balanced, velvety texture featuring sweet orange, winter spice, and manuka honey

Finish

Long and powerful with oak and vanilla notes

Balance/Complexity

Well-structured fruit, spice, and oak integration; smooth, elegant mouthfeel

The Glenlivet 18 Year Old Whisky price in Kolkata

Signature Recipes/Serves: The Velvet Rob Roy

• Ingredients: 60ml Glenlivet 18, 30ml Sweet Vermouth, 2 dashes Angostura bitters

• Method: Stir with ice and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a maraschino cherry. The sweet orange and spice of the 18 YO enhance this classic cocktail.

FAQs

1. Is it better than the 15-year-old?

While the 15 YO is creamy and spicy, the 18 YO is more complex, deeper in fruit character, and has a more prominent oak influence.

2. Is it smoky?

No, it is a non-peated malt focused on elegance and sweetness.

3. Does it have gluten?

No, the distillation process removes gluten proteins, safe for those with gluten sensitivities.

4. How should I drink it?

It is a classic sipping whisky. Enjoy neat or with a few drops of water to release the spice notes.

5. What food pairs well with it?

Pairs with foie gras, roasted duck, or high-quality dark chocolate.

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