Size: 750 ML
Proof: 86
Product Description:
The Glenlivet 21 Year Sample Room Collection
Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky • Aged 21 Years • Hand-selected by The Glenlivet’s Sample Room Masters • Matured in a combination of rare first-fill sherry, American oak, and hand-curated specialty casks • Bottled at elevated presentation strength (ABV varies by batch) • Limited annual release.
The Glenlivet 21 Year Sample Room Collection represents the pinnacle of The Glenlivet’s cask-selection philosophy. Drawn from the private Sample Room where the distillery’s rarest and most expressive casks rest in quiet anticipation this 21-year expression showcases extraordinary depth, elegance, and craftsmanship. Each batch captures a flawless balance of fruit-rich Speyside purity and the deep resonance of sherry and specialty oak maturation. This is heritage reimagined through the lens of modern cask artistry.
Tasting Notes
- Nose
- Rich layers of dried apricot, golden raisin, honeycomb, polished oak, crème brûlée, and warm baking spice. Subtle hints of roasted almond and citrus oil drift beneath the surface.
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Palate
Silky, full, and richly textured. Notes of fig preserve, dark toffee, vanilla cream, candied orange peel, milk chocolate, and spiced pear unfold in slow, elegant waves. Sherry casks add deep fruit tone while American oak contributes sweetness and lift. -
Finish
Long, refined, and beautifully composed lingering notes of sherry-soaked fruit, sweet oak tannin, clove, and a final whisper of honeyed malt.
Serving Suggestions
- Neat The purest expression of its 21-year maturity and layered cask structure.
- With a Drop of Water Gently opens floral and citrus tones without softening its depth.
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Signature Cocktail “The Glenlivet 21 Silk Robe”
- 1.25 oz The Glenlivet 21 Year
- 0.25 oz dry Madeira
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1 dash orange bitters
Stir lightly and serve in a chilled crystal coupe. Garnish with an orange twist.
A minimalistic cocktail that honors the whisky’s prestige.
Why It Matters
The Sample Room is the heart of The Glenlivet’s innovation and cask mastery. Only the most exceptional barrels each evaluated for maturity, texture, and aroma are selected for the 21 Year Collection. This release sits at the intersection of rarity and refinement, offering collectors and connoisseurs a whisky that embodies the timeless Speyside style while pushing its richness to new heights.
If you’re seeking a statement bottle that delivers luxury, heritage, and impeccable balance, the Sample Room 21 Year is essential.