Glenlivet 1980 Gordon & Macphail's Private Collection

Glenlivet 16 Year Old Nadurra

Several months ago I purchased a bottle of Glenlivet Nadurra from the local Dan Murphy's. I'd been reading rave reviews about this cask strength whisky for months and finally decided to take the plunge. It was a disappointment and a bottle that I struggled through, hoping all the while that it would just turn and I'd see the light and go...

Score 84/100

Glenlivet 15 Year Old French Oak Finish

This is an outstanding expression, all zippy spice from some virgin French oak, and scattergun oak and malt, like a couple of playful kittens tumbling over each other. This whisky is in our Get Wood tasting Nose: Sweet, rich. Honey and vanilla, with caramel. Rich Marzipan. Palate: Oak with toasted almonds and vanilla. Finish: Toasted almonds,...

Score 85/100

Glenlivet 25 Year Old XXV

There are some whiskies that entrance you for some reason and for me The Glenlivet XXV was one of them. It was gifted to me by a friend a couple of years ago and, for sentimental reasons, I chose not to open it. Instead two years later I purchased a new one intending to open it with the same friend as a New Years treat. Big mistake. Looks like...

Score 86/100

Glenlivet 12 Year Old

Drank neat with a glass of water on the side. Floral nose with vanilla and a slight hint of apples. I disagree with some of the comments I've seen here comparing the nose to soap and cleaning supplies. I noticed a slight burn going down, so the alcohol flavor is prevalent, but not too overwhelming. I tasted pears, apples again, and oak. It had a...

Score 75/100