Glenlivet 18 Year Batch Reserve Scotch Whisky

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The Glenlivet 18 Year “Batch Reserve” is a sophisticated mature Speyside malt—balancing lush dried fruit, sweet oak spice, and gentle malt character. It’s refined yet warm, making it a compelling choice for those who enjoy older whiskies without overt heaviness. Origins & Craftsmanship The Glenlivet 18 is matured for at least 18 years in a curated blend of first-fill and second-fill American oak barrels, alongside ex-sherry casks, which lend additional depth and spice. The use of both oak and sherry influences aims to preserve the distillery’s signature Speyside fruit profile while layering complexity.Bottled at 40 % ABV (80 proof), the whisky is part of Glenlivet’s core age-statement range—intended for mature expression rather than cask strength flamboyance. Tasting Profile Nose: Golden amber in the glass, with aromas of apricot, dried pear, toffee, honey, toasted oak, and a hint of baking spice (cinnamon, nutmeg). Subtle notes of chocolate and orange peel may emerge. Palate: Smooth and medium-bodied. The fruit continues—dried apricot, fig, citrus marmalade—interacting with soft vanilla, toasted oak, and caramel. Beneath these, a gentle spice and oak tannin frame the flavors. Finish: Long, warm, and elegant. The tail is marked by oak spice, mild tannin grip, and a fading echo of dried fruits and vanilla. It leaves a subtle dryness interwoven with gentle sweetness. Quick Overview Specification Details Age Statement 18 years ABV / Proof 40 % ABV (80 proof) Region / Distillery Speyside, The Glenlivet Cask Regimen First- and second-fill American oak + ex-sherry casks Color Golden amber Aromas & Flavors Apricot, dried pear, honey, toffee, vanilla, oak spice, toasted wood, citrus peel Style / Identity Elegant, balanced, fruit-forward mature Speyside malt   95 Points 2020 Ultimate Spirits Challenge "Vibrant orange-amber color and a warm, citrusy scent. Expect lots of honey and caramel from the get-go, winding into an interestingly dry and lingering finish entwining leather, cocoa, coconut and ginger." Wine Enthusiast 93 Points

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