The Glenlivet The Un-Chillfiltered Collection 1996 18 Years Single Malt Whisky

Glenlivet 1996 SV

The Glenlivet

Speyside · United Kingdom

3.4
★★★

7 ratings

Bottle Information

Age
18 years
ABV
46%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
The Glenlivet
Distillation Year
20.05.1996
Bottling Year
31.03.2015
Cask Types
1st Fill Sherry Butt

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Lowest Price:€79.60(2024-02-28)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

Expert analysis and tasting impressions

1#1

Right then, poured a neat glass 🥃. Nose is warm, like dried fruits and toffee. Sweet but not overdoing it. The flavour hits proper nice. Spicy kick like cinnamon 🔥. Feels rich in the mouth. Finish lingers abit, leaves warmth in the chest. Reckon it's a cosy dram for a rainy day 🌧️. Definitly worth a try. Cheers! 🍻

2#2

Right, this one's proper interesting. First whiff? Strong malty sweetness, like a warm biscuit tin 🍪. Then you get this fruity bit – dried apple, maybe a bit of citrus zest. Taste is smooth, not too hot. There's a creamy caramel thing going on, mixed with a subtle oak spice. The finish lingers with a gentle, smoky warmth and a flash of vanilla. Pretty smashing, innit. 🥃

3#3

Just had a dram of this whisky – it's proper lush! 😍 First sip hits with a smoky peat vibe 🔥, then comes a sweet honey note 🍯 that's just right. Got some fruity undertones too, maybe apple or pear 🍎🍐, and a creamy vanilla finish. The mouthfeel is smooth as anything, with a lingering oaky warmth. Very moreish! 🥃 Sometimes I get a bit of spice, like cinnamon, and there's a slight hint of chocolate in the background. Goes down easy, no burn – perfect for a cosy night in. Aye, it's a belter! 👍

4#4

This whisky's got a real smoky aroma, kinda like a cosy fireplace. 🥃 Tastes of honey and a bit of spice, smooth on the tongue. 😋 Hints of fruit maybe, apple or pear, and a touch of vanilla. Perfect for chillin' after a long day. 🌙 Sometimes it feels a bit peaty, earthy like. Really enjoy the warmth it brings. ❤️

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