Glenlivet 14 Year Cognac Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky
This Glenlivet 14 bridges Speyside elegance with a bold Cognac twist—sweet orchard fruit and light florals sharpened by rich raisin and dried-fruit tones. It’s smooth and accessible, with a gentle complexity ideal for both new and seasoned Scotch drinkers.
Origins & Craftsmanship
The Glenlivet, one of Speyside’s flagship distilleries, matured this expression for 14 years primarily in bourbon and sherry casks. A select portion of the whisky is then finished in cognac casks (for about six months) to infuse additional fruit and raisin character.
This selective finish is marketed as the “Cognac Cask Selection.”
The ABV is 40%, and the expression adheres to Glenlivet’s house style of clarity, brightness, and balance.
Tasting Profile
Nose: Bright and inviting, with poached pears, mandarin syrup, honey, apricot jam, and notes of cinnamon bread. Subtle raisin and chocolate-olive grapes round out the bouquet.
Palate: Smooth and sweet-forward—pear, citrus marmalade, honeyed biscuits, vanilla, and milk chocolate. The cognac finish adds a layer of raisin and dried-fruit warmth.
Finish: Medium, with lingering notes of sultana, caramel, soft nutmeg, and a touch of dried orange peel.
Quick Overview
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Statement | 14 years |
| ABV / Proof | 40 % |
| Region / Distillery | Speyside, Scotland (The Glenlivet) |
| Cask Regimen | Bourbon & sherry casks, plus cognac cask finish (~6 months) |
| Color | Rich gold / amber |
| Aromas & Flavors | Pear, apricot, honey, raisin, vanilla, chocolate, citrus, spice |
| Style / Identity | Elegant Speyside malt with a fruit-forward cognac twist |
This bottle comes with no box or other packaging.
Description
This Glenlivet 14 bridges Speyside elegance with a bold Cognac twist—sweet orchard fruit and light florals sharpened by rich raisin and dried-fruit tones. It’s smooth and accessible, with a gentle complexity ideal for both new and seasoned Scotch drinkers.
Origins & Craftsmanship
The Glenlivet, one of Speyside’s flagship distilleries, matured this expression for 14 years primarily in bourbon and sherry casks. A select portion of the whisky is then finished in cognac casks (for about six months) to infuse additional fruit and raisin character.
This selective finish is marketed as the “Cognac Cask Selection.”
The ABV is 40%, and the expression adheres to Glenlivet’s house style of clarity, brightness, and balance.
Tasting Profile
Nose: Bright and inviting, with poached pears, mandarin syrup, honey, apricot jam, and notes of cinnamon bread. Subtle raisin and chocolate-olive grapes round out the bouquet.
Palate: Smooth and sweet-forward—pear, citrus marmalade, honeyed biscuits, vanilla, and milk chocolate. The cognac finish adds a layer of raisin and dried-fruit warmth.
Finish: Medium, with lingering notes of sultana, caramel, soft nutmeg, and a touch of dried orange peel.
Quick Overview
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Statement | 14 years |
| ABV / Proof | 40 % |
| Region / Distillery | Speyside, Scotland (The Glenlivet) |
| Cask Regimen | Bourbon & sherry casks, plus cognac cask finish (~6 months) |
| Color | Rich gold / amber |
| Aromas & Flavors | Pear, apricot, honey, raisin, vanilla, chocolate, citrus, spice |
| Style / Identity | Elegant Speyside malt with a fruit-forward cognac twist |
This bottle comes with no box or other packaging.
