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Gordon & MacPhail 1975 from Braes of Glenlivet Distillery
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Nose
Sweet vanilla pod followed by ripe autumnal fruits and subtle nutmeg. Underlying hints of jasmine develop alongside toasted oak.
Taste
Flavours of smooth dark chocolate, Seville orange pieces and red apple. Apricot conserve is followed by a touch of sweet dried tobacco and oak influences.
Finish
Spicy peppercorns lead to a long lasting menthol finish.
Glenlivet Distillery
George Smith, founder of The Glenlivet Distillery, came from a long line of illicit distillers. In 1817 Smith inherited leased land at Upper Drumin Farm where he continued the family tradition to supplement his crofter’s wage. Smith was the first to incorporate his distilling operation after the Excise Act of 1823 was pushed through Parliament, championed by the Duke of Gordon - Smith's landlord. The duke not only persuaded Smith to take out the first license in the parish of Glenlivet but he also contributed to the distillery build at Drumin. Thanks to their vision – and that of George’s son, John Gordon Smith – the distillery would produce a spirit that defined Speyside whisky. Because of the quality, success, and respect attained, several distilleries in the region appended the name Glenlivet to their own. This led to a landmark decision in 1884 that stipulated in law that only Smith’s single malt could call itself ‘The Glenlivet’.
Product information
Range
Region
Distillery
Braes of Glenlivet
Status
New Releases
Vintage
1975
Strength
45.6%
Bottled year
30th December 2021
Colour
Golden
Cask Type
Refill American Hogshead
Outturn
120
Cask Numbers
15370
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