Glenlivet 12yo Licensed Dram Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Abv: 48%
Volume: 70 cl
Pernod Ricard has released another aged expression from its The Glenlivet Scotch whisky brand. The Glenlivet 12-Year-Old Licensed Dram has been aged in first-fill US and European oak casks. The iteration, the bottle design for which is based on the oldest Glenlivet expression, is the second from the single malt’s ‘Original Stories’ series, following the launch of 12-Year-Old Illicit Still last year.“Inspired by our existing 12-Year-Old whisky, Licensed Dram is a new take on the single malt that started it all,” said Pernod UK’s commercial director, Ian Peart. “With online continuing to be an important channel for gifting this Christmas, and consumers searching for premium options that offer something more special, this new release is perfectly primed to tap into this consumer trend.
Nose: There’s lots of fudge, some honey and touches of hazelnut. That’s followed by strawberry jam and port-stewed pears, but also whiffs of almonds and liquorice. Finally a tinge of orange zest and peaches.
Palate: A creamy mouthfeel and a sweet, honeyed arrival. First impression is malty, somewhat dry and nutty, and a bit of a spicy punch. Think white pepper, ginger and cloves. Also some herbal notes, but then finally apple peel and melon.
Finish: Lingering notes of crushed mint and sage. Ending on sweeter notes of honey and processed sugar.
