Glenlivet 18 Year Old Batch Reserve Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

"...a long time since I encountered a Glenlivet this complex and complete at any age: memorable." - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2025-26

Eighteen years in first and second-fill American oak with a portion of ex-sherry casks has delivered a quintessential Glenlivet that's neither too heavy nor too light. Comparing it to one of Scotland's greatest actors, whiskyadvocate.com described an earlier bottling as "mature, rich and sexy." Glenlivet 18's new presentation is sleeker, more contemporary, and comes sub-titled 'Batch Reserve'. Exactly what that means and why it's now bottled at 40% isn't clear, however the slight drop in ABV from its previous incarnation has not impeded the quality. Recent tastings agree, this is pretty special stuff, with Jim Murray in particular reaching for superlatives. A regal Speysider from whisky's heartland that deserves a place in your cabinet. Stock up while the price is right!

Other reviews... Sumptuous, with the malt really planting the flag, despite the close but lush intentions of the (heather) honeyed spices... A stunning assembly of the most delicately nuanced flavours which expand exponentially as it warms. It has been a long time since I encountered a Glenlivet this complex and complete at any age: memorable. 95 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2025-26

Gold - 96 points - International Spirits Challenge 2026

Dark gold with copper highlights. Powerful aromas have a rich malt character with plenty of spice and light peaty notes. Follows through with a surprisingly silky palate where sweet caramel flavors emerge giving way to spicy oak and lingering peat on the finish. 92 points (Exceptional) - tastings.com