{"product_id":"glenlivet-18-year-old-batch-reserve-single-malt-scotch","title":"Glenlivet 18 Year Old Batch Reserve Single Malt Scotch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Glenlivet 18 Year Old Batch Reserve is a single malt Scotch whisky from Speyside, Scotland, aged for 18 years and bottled at 43% ABV. This expression showcases the honey-rich maturity and depth that comes from careful cask selection, combining American and European oak influences to create a complex, well-balanced dram that represents exceptional value in the aged Speyside category. Master Distiller Alan Winchester draws from The Glenlivet's extensive warehouses to craft this sophisticated expression, selecting from both first and second-fill American and European oak casks. The distillery's commitment to quality and tradition has made The Glenlivet one of Scotland's most respected single malt producers, and you'll find this award-winning 18-year-old expression available at pbexpressliquor.com alongside our carefully curated selection of premium Scotch whiskies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich honey, dried fruits, warm spices, vanilla sweetness, subtle oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyed malt, tropical fruits, cinnamon spice, sherried richness, creamy vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with lingering honey, gentle spice, and oak tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43% (86 proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe Glenlivet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeyside, Scotland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCask Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerican \u0026amp; European Oak (First \u0026amp; Second Fill)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Celebrating milestones with a distinguished aged Scotch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Savoring the complex layers after dinner or during quiet moments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhisky Gifts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Impressing enthusiasts with an award-winning Speyside expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection Building:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adding a benchmark 18-year-old single malt to your home bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternational Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) - 2 Gold Medals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Glenlivet 18 Year Old Batch Reserve special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis expression stands out for its exceptional value in the aged Speyside category, combining 18 years of maturation with careful cask selection. The blend of American and European oak, both first and second-fill, creates layers of honey, tropical fruits, and spice that showcase classic Speyside character with added complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I serve Glenlivet 18 Year Old?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis whisky is best enjoyed neat or with just a splash of water to open up the flavors. Serve at room temperature in a Glencairn glass or tumbler. The complexity rewards slow sipping, allowing the honey and fruit notes to develop on your palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good whisky for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile approachable, this 18-year-old expression is better suited for those with some whisky experience who can appreciate its nuanced complexity. New whisky drinkers might start with younger Glenlivet expressions before graduating to this sophisticated bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to other 18-year-old Scotch whiskies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlenlivet 18 offers exceptional value compared to other aged single malts, delivering the honey-rich character and sherried influence you'd expect from premium Speyside whiskies. It's more accessible than heavily peated options while providing more complexity than entry-level aged expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between first-fill and second-fill casks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst-fill casks previously held bourbon or sherry and impart more intense flavors like vanilla and tropical fruits. Second-fill casks provide subtler wood influence, allowing the malt character to shine through. The combination creates a balanced profile with both bold and refined elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Glenlivet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53002091495718,"sku":"TGLVT-18YR","price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/7951\/6015\/files\/b9018616-d836-4cd5-afff-2e9539db020b.jpg?v=1775922942","url":"https:\/\/pbexpressliquor.com\/products\/glenlivet-18-year-old-batch-reserve-single-malt-scotch","provider":"PB Express","version":"1.0","type":"link"}