First revealed towards the end of 2014, the Founder's Reserve single malt Scotch whisky is now available in the UK and will be replacing The Glenlivet 12 year old in many of the mature markets despite initial indications that it would sit beside it, broadening the entry-level options. Named in tribute to distillery founder George Smith, it's packaged in Georgian blue.
Some dates then what at first appears to be a touch of salinity, but is better described as a slightly sharp plum and apricot wine note. There's orange zest, toffee, hints of struck match and chocolate raisins, but before this starts to sound 'Sherried' there's also pear drops, a dusting of sweet cinnamon, honeysuckle and sweet pea.
Fruity, then sweet, more toffee, a touch of anise, then into milk chocolate Flakes, banoffee pie and apple turnovers.
Creamy toffee to the fore now, a little oak and sweet barley sugar warmth too. Milk chocolate raisins linger.
Perhaps a little sweet, but it would work well with ice where the sweetness would be slightly suppressed - and before you shudder with disgust, Alan Winchester said that he liked his with a little ice sometimes too. And if it's good enough for the Master Distiller...
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Very disappointed; a reflection of my memories of what I thought I was buying. (Note to self: I must remember to check the packaging thoroughly). There is a harshness that almost requires ice - and then allowing it to melt a little. This is not what I expect from a single malt and I will not be buying it again.
brilliant the best every drop a melting moment
With the tariffs I couldn’t stomach the Macallan 12 Sherry cask at 10 bucks more. Their double cask is still doable and almost got it till I saw this FR for half price. Sorry I left Macallan for this. No character or depth. If you just want an alcohol buzz without the amazing Scotch flavor that develops in your palette then this is it. Like a Founder’s Reserve Boonsfarm.
Jesus h christ.... gross.....it tastes likevthe corknused to seal it.... not good on ice....its a mixing scotch lol I will say this though....she's SMOOTH!!!
I have to tell you that I don't really care for Scotch Whiskey. Glenlivet Founders Reserve Changed my mind. It is up there with the best Kentucky Bourbon now!
