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Whisky Review: The Glenlivet 14 Year Old

We review The Glenlivet 14, a classic Speyside malt aged in bourbon and sherry casks that has a portion of the liquid finished in ex-cognac casks for at least 6 months. 

OVERALL RATING

8
$44
  • Larissa Banitt, Pacific Northwest native, is a whiskey enthusiast and animal lover.
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Tasting Notes

About:

40% ABV, Aged 14 years, price ranges between $30-$60.
Appearance:
The liquid is a golden chestnut brown and has prominent legs.
Nose:
The nose is light and pleasing. Notes of honey, apple, vanilla, and light cinnamon make up the classic Speyside profile. Raisins and toasted almond add a richer, fuller sweetness to the scent. 
Palate:
This whiskey is very smooth and light on the palate. Like the nose, the palate has some of the classic Speyside flavors like apple, honey, and vanilla. Malt from the barley comes through and raisins, likely from the cognac, add a darker, warmer edge to the honeyed sweetness.
Finish:
There is a medium, warming finish.
Comments:
Speyside scotch was one of the early whiskeys I tried that piqued my interest in the strong brown liquid more broadly, so it always has a special place in my heart. Glenlivet 14 had many of the elements of Speyside I look forward to in terms of flavor profile. The addition of raisins in the nose and palate from the finishing was a nice touch. rnrnThis whisky is friendly and approachable, although not terribly complex. It is straightforward and enjoyable, which I think adds to its versatility. It is a good sipper and would be right at home in a scotch and soda too.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Larissa Banitt

Larissa Banitt, a writer and nurse hailing from the Pacific Northwest, blends her passions for food, whiskey, and animals into a life rich in adventure. When she's not caring for patients, you'll likely find her exploring the outdoors with her dog, trail-riding with her horse, or enjoying a cozy crochet session with her feline companions.

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