What type of scotch is glenlivet

We deliver directly to your doorstep across West Malaysia. Store About Location Contact us. Get directions. Business hours. The Glenlivet, by being the first licensed distillery in the valley, set the standards in quality and taste that went on to define the Speyside style of single malt whisky: Smooth, Rich and Fruity. Navigating the complicated world of whisky can be tricky. Whisky can be defined as the fermentation of grains, distillation and maturation in oak casks, but this loose description leaves plenty of room for creativity.

The varied types and flavours of whisky produced around the world attest to this. Whisky is, most famously, produced in Scotland, of course, but also in more than countries, with Ireland, America, Canada and Japan in particular having their own styles. Ireland has made recognising whisky from different parts of the world a little easier by making its whiskey clearly distinguishable through its spelling. More than just terminology is involved, however.

The traditional style of Irish whiskey, called pot still, is triple distilled, rather than double distilled like it is for Scotch whisky. It is also made from both malted and unmalted barley. The fresh barley adds a light, delicate, fruity flavour, a characteristic Irish whiskey has now become largely synonymous with. Ireland also produces malt Irish whiskey, which is made from only malted barley.

Then there is grain whiskey, which is made from a cereal other than barley. It also creates blends, which typically combine whiskeys made from grain and barley. Some of these whiskeys are double distilled and peaty, like some Scotch whiskies. With others the grain is dried over a smokeless heat, giving a more smooth finish. Knowing your grains is key to unravelling the complicated world of North American whiskies. Other ingredients in the mash are usually corn and malted barley.

The whiskies here are very distinctive from Speyside and other regional Scotches. The whiskies are full-bodied, with a depth of flavour and a slightly salty finish from the sea air making its way through the casks. The lack of trees on the Mull of Kintyre means they rely on peat, so smoky, vegetal flavours are also conspicuous. Home of The Glenlivet. Gain access to exclusive interviews with original thinkers, tradition-breaking guides to single malt, cocktails, bars, news, releases and more.

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