This 15 year old expression from The Glenlivet, was matured in French Limousin Oak casks. Limousin Oak is a popular choice for maturation of Cognac.
The nose is rich and oaked. There are notes of chewy resinous wood with a well-balanced acidity. Fudge and Madeira with apple crumble with calvados.
The palate is full and rich with winter spice; cinnamon and cloves, thick oak with developing aridity.
The finish is long and dry with a peppery note.
Can't believe the quality of this speyside. It's so smooth! And so woody/caramely. It's beautiful.
The Glenlivet 12 is a nice, undemanding dram. It's simple, smooth and well crafted. All of which is true for the 15. There is a bit more wood, and a touch of red fruits to both the nose and palate, but that's about all that sets the 15 apart from the 12. There really isn't much added complexity or flavor profile for the extra money the 15 costs. Save your money and buy the 12, spend a bit more and get the 18 or try something more challenging from another distillery.
I usually stick to Macallan 18y (quite pricey!) and Glenmorangie Lasanta and was giben the Glenlivet 15y as a present. Thoroughly enjoyable, very smooth but not boring at all. Highly recommended given the fair price. Well done Glenlivet!
I love its taste and enjoy drinking it. Isn't that what one wants in a Scotch
An easy drinking, sweet oaky malt with a medium long finish. I prefer it to the 18 year old. It's really well priced too, lovely all year round.
