Glenlivet 42 Year Old 1972 (cask 1072) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
- Distillery
- The Glenlivet
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 53%
- Age
- 42 years
- Price
- £650
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Honey, Vanilla, Dried Fruit, Malt Extract
- Description
- Zero ratings for this Glenlivet, yet it's £650—an intriguing combination. With 42 years of aging and a robust 53% ABV, it promises depth. 'Old Wood' and 'Honey' suggest a mature profile. Might be a gamble, but someone seeking Speyside's heart might be tempted.
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Glenlivet 42 Year Old 1972 (cask 1072) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is a 42-year-old single malt from The Glenlivet (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 53% ABV. Expect heavily oaked, sweet and fruity character — old wood, honey, vanilla, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Zero ratings for this Glenlivet, yet it's £650—an intriguing combination. With 42 years of aging and a robust 53% ABV, it promises depth. 'Old Wood' and 'Honey' suggest a mature profile. Might be a gamble, but someone seeking Speyside's heart might be tempted.
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