The Glenlivet is "the single malt that started it all". The Glenlivet is a Speyside distillery, some would say the 1st Speyside distillery...at least the 1st legal one, dating all the way back in 1824! That means it's possible that Thomas Jefferson could have enjoyed a dram of Glenlivet before his death in 1826. After a long battle with surrounding distilleries trying to use the name Glenlivet and after a long series of legal battles in 1984 it became the only distillery able to label themselves THE Glenlivet. It is the best selling single malt whisky in the United States
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old is aged for 12 years in American oak casks and has become their best selling whisky. It is also big reason why The Glenlivet is the best selling single malt whisky in the United States. It is a good single malt for beginners who want to try a solid scotch without breaking the bank as you can grab a bottle of this for around $40. Matt Color: Gold Nose: The oak really comes through, with a hint of smoke and maybe a little honey Palate: Vanilla from the oak really comes through, a fruity sweetness is there as well, maybe peach? Finish: Smooth, long, hints of licorice SCORE: 8.7 Jim Color: Gold Nose: Very Oaky, elements of honey heather Palate: The Oak really hits you hard followed by floral notes Finish: Smooth, soft, and long SCORE: 8.8
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