The Glenlivet 12 Year is a Speyside single malt Scotch whisky, and it is poured at Grappa in the Queen Anne neighborhood. Smooth, fruity and graceful, it is one of the most beloved single malts in the world — an effortlessly refined pour that suits a quiet glass or a long dinner equally well.

About the Distillery

The Glenlivet was established in the Livet valley of Speyside and became the first licensed distillery in its parish, helping to set the template for the entire region. Generations on, it remains one of the defining names in Speyside whisky, prized for an elegant, fruit-forward house style that has won admirers the world over.

Style & Region

This is a Speyside single malt — made entirely from malted barley at one distillery — rather than a blend, and it carries twelve years of age. It matures in a combination of American oak, which lends sweet vanilla and a creamy softness, and European oak, which adds gentle spice and depth. There is no peat here; the focus is on the bright, delicate, orchard-and-tropical-fruit character that typifies the region.

Tasting Notes

Expect a fragrant nose of pineapple, fresh pear, floral notes and sweet vanilla. The palate is smooth and balanced, with apple, peach and apricot, creamy vanilla, marzipan and a light touch of oak spice. The finish is long and creamy, with lingering nutmeg, a whisper of oak sweetness and soft fruit. It is the picture of Speyside elegance.

What to Pair It With

The Glenlivet’s bright fruit and soft sweetness make it a graceful table companion. It is lovely with our Charcuterie Board, the vanilla softening the salt, and it pairs nicely beside our American Wagyu Steaks. For a sweet close, pour it with the Flourless Chocolate Cake. Browse the full dine-in menu for more.

How It’s Served at Grappa

The Glenlivet 12 is poured neat at $17.

FAQ

Where is it from?

It is a Speyside single malt Scotch from The Glenlivet, matured in a combination of American and European oak casks.

What does it taste like?

It offers pineapple, pear and vanilla on the nose, then a smooth palate of apple, peach and creamy vanilla with a long, creamy, gently spiced finish.

Is it peated or smoky?

No. The Glenlivet 12 is unpeated, showing the bright, fruity, delicate character typical of Speyside rather than smoke.

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