We assessed Whisky Review: The Glenlivet 25-Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured for 25 years and bottled at 43% ABV. At $600, it carries the weight of expectation.
Nose
A deep, ancient bronze in color with medium viscosity. Cherry presents itself up front, with milk chocolate, sweet cream, blueberry, and a hint of orange peel rounding out the nose. Quite tasty, and shockingly different from the 21-Year. Although I preferred the other just so slightly, The Glenlivet 25-Year Single Malt Scotch is likewise excellent and will please all but the most smoke-hound palates. This is a whisky better suited for colder months than its younger sibling, due to its darker flavors and jubilant nose. Perhaps pick it up for a holiday dinner or a cozy evening in a ski lodge.
Palate
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by Whiskeyful 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.
Finish
Aged 25 years, double cask finished in first-fill Pedro Ximenez Sherry and Troncai oak Cognac casks. 86-proof (43% ABV.) $600-650/750ml bottle.
Verdict
Whisky Review: The Glenlivet 25-Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky is an exceptional expression that stands among the finest in its category. It rewards patience and attention in equal measure, and we recommend it without reservation — though at $600, one expects nothing less.
