Glenlivet 1976 Samaroli Sherry Cask #5521

Glenlivet Master Distiller's Reserve

Let's start with the fact that there is really no bad Glenlivet. Consistent & classic flavors is what this single malt is known for. So even when they come out with cute marketing gimmicks like this expression it's something still worth drinking! But first the nose. Sweet honey; and quite a strong honey at that. Quite zestfully sweet and...

Score 88/100

Glenlivet 18 Year Old

Nose: Homemade buttery banana caramel pudding. Sherry overtones, and one can imagine a dry Bartlett pear in the back. Palate: Opens with the smooth creaminess and tartness of a mouth-watering limoncello, but without the sweetness. This develops to guava, smoothed over with faint caramel. Above the guava are other light flavors of nutmeg and wild...

Score 86/100

Glenlivet 15 Year Old French Oak Finish

The Glenlivet is not one of my favorite distilleries. I just don't find the whisky that appealing. I decided to give it another go, and try out some of Glenlivet's expressions that have escaped me. This is the 15yr French Oak Reserve, pale straw in color, with an ABV of 40%. Nose: Floral, with ripe fruits: apples and pears. Wow, its like I'm...

Score 55/100

Glenlivet 16 Year Old Nadurra

Nàdurra loosely translates as “natural” according to the label, it’s apparently made using traditional methods and aged in first fill ex bourbon casks. Is that a contradiction in terms? Who cares if it tastes good, certainly not me. Pours as quite a viscous gold liquor, a simple floral aroma greets the nose, vanilla, frangipane and honey suckle...

Score 94/100