The Glenlivet Archive 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 70 cl with Gift Box

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History in the baking". British Baker. William Reed Publishing Ltd. 12 September 2006 . Retrieved 1 October 2007. B and B-: Good and above average. The best of the mass market whiskeys fit in this category, as do the bulk of the premium brands. A B- is three stars. Throughout the Great Depression, The Glenlivet stayed open. In fact, the only period during which the distillery shut down was during World War II, by government decree, after which it played a key role in pulling Britain out of its postwar debt by exporting whisky to the United States. The American market had exploded during the new century, and the high demand even led to the British government maintaining bread rations for some time so that distillers could utilize the limited grain resources for whisky production. The Glenlivet 12yr Single Malt: Four silver medals and a gold between 2005 and 2010 at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

The two distilleries have competed against each other for centuries and continue to do so today. Both brands have immense popularity throughout the world – particularly among whisky drinkers – with new fans discovering their unique offerings every day. While personal preference ultimately dictates which one you prefer, those who truly appreciate a good whisky will likely attest that both Glenlivet and Glenfiddich offer something special, each possessing qualities that make them worthy of praise across diverse markets worldwide.

a b "Diageo plc and Pernod Ricard SA to acquire Seagram spirits and wine business". Diageo. 20 December 2000. Archived from the original on 25 October 2007 . Retrieved 1 October 2007. Illicit distilleries were commonplace throughout the Speyside area from 1700s but were largely made redundant with the passing of the Excise Act in 1823. [12] It was under this legislation that legal distilleries could be formed, subject to holding a license. Alexander Gordon, 4th Duke of Gordon, was allegedly instrumental in the passing of this legislation. Although there is no historical record of his involvement in the issue, his tenant, George Smith, who was operating an illicit distillery on his Upper Drummin farm at the time, became the first person in Scotland to apply for and receive a license to legally produce spirit. [8] [13] [14] [15] The Glenlivet distillery is renowned for its fruitiness and subtle sweetness while Glenfiddich offers more robust flavours with character. Both produce excellent whiskies in their own right and offer something different from one another. Ultimately, it’s up to you to decide which you prefer, the aim of this article is to help inform you as to which one will suit your palate.

The Glenlivet 12 Year Old single malt scotch whisky is a sumptuous blend of flavours that delight the senses. Its unique flavour profile boasts aromas of light toffee, dried fruits and sweet citrus notes. On the palate, it delivers delicate fruity notes with a hint of creamy caramel before leading into a fresh finish with subtle hints of pineapple.

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William Grant & Sons owns Glenfiddich, located in the scenic Scottish burgh of Dufftown in Moray. The whisky’s name is derived from Gleann Fhiodhaich which translates to “valley of the deer”- a homage that can be seen through its iconic stag logo. The terroir of Speyside single malt scotch whiskies differs greatly due to the many rivers and glens that are in the region. However, Glenlivet and Glenfiddich distilleries are so close together that this terroir is difficult to differentiate. Glenlivet Production Process During the early 1920s, when America was in a period of prohibition, Glenfiddich Distillery stood out from all others by increasing production and rising to meet the sudden surge for aged whiskies that followed repeal.

This new take saw its primary maturation in American and Sherry oak casks, before a round of finishing in first-fill Oloroso sherry, Troncais oak Cognac and Vintage Colheita port casks (this latter is a personal favorite when it comes to Port). This is bottled at 43% ABV. No partnership, joint venture, agency, or employment relationship is created as a result of your use of the Service. MILLION DISTILLERY EXPANSION SIGNALS THE GLENLIVET'S BID FOR GLOBAL LEADERSHIP IN SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY" . Retrieved 5 June 2010. Therefore, it was a natural leap to legal production when the Excise Act and one of its greatest proponents, Duke Alexander Gordon, gave Smith a bit of a push towards the straight and narrow path.

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