The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Illicit Still - The Original Stories
- Distillery
- The Glenlivet
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 48%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £49.95
- Tasting notes
- Fresh Fruit, Citric, Honey, Malt Extract
- Description
- Inspired by founder George Smith's illicit distilling past, this 12-year-old Speyside single malt is bottled at 48% ABV and released as part of The Glenlivet's Original Stories collection. A limited edition exploring the distillery's historical narrative through its signature fruity house style.
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The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Illicit Still - The Original Stories is a 12-year-old single malt from The Glenlivet (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 48% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and delicately floral character — fresh fruit, citric, honey, malt extract. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. Good value for the quality offered.
Inspired by founder George Smith's illicit distilling past, this 12-year-old Speyside single malt is bottled at 48% ABV and released as part of The Glenlivet's Original Stories collection. A limited edition exploring the distillery's historical narrative through its signature fruity house style.
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