Description

Linkwood-Glenlivet 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cadenhead Original Collection (700ml)

Volume: 700ml           ABV: 46%           Age: 10 Years Old            Country: Scotland

Date of Bottling: 2024
Matured In: Ex-Bourbon Barrels Then Two Years Oloroso Sherry Finish
Un-Chillfiltered, No added colour

The Linkwood-Glenlivet 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky by Cadenhead’s from the Original Collection is a hidden gem from the Speyside region. Linkwood, while often overshadowed by some of its more famous Speyside neighbours, consistently produces high quality whisky, primarily used in blends. This 10-year-old expression, however, offers a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the distillery’s character as a single malt.

Distilled in 2013 and bottled in 2024, this whisky spent its final two years maturing in Oloroso sherry casks. This finishing period adds a layer of richness and complexity to the whisky, complementing the distillery’s naturally light and floral spirit. Cadenhead’s, as an independent bottler, selected these casks for their exceptional quality and the harmonious balance they brought to the whisky.

Linkwood is known for producing a spirit with a delicate and fruity character, often described as having a springtime freshness. The Oloroso sherry casks add depth and complexity, with notes of dried fruits, nuts, and spices, without overpowering the distillery’s inherent elegance. Cadenhead’s bottled this expression at 46% alc/vol, a strength that allows the flavours to shine while remaining approachable.

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: The nose is a delightful mix of fruits and spices. Blackcurrant, raspberry, and cherry mingle with date syrup, buttered gingerbread, and a hint of treacle.

Palate: The palate is rich and layered, with flavours of Madagascan cola, juicy prunes, Battenberg cake, Danish pastry, and blackcurrant jam. The sherry influence is evident, providing a balanced sweetness and a touch of spice.

Finish: The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering notes of figs, apricots, marzipan, and almonds.

The Linkwood-Glenlivet 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky by Cadenhead’s is a whisky that reveals the hidden depths of Linkwood Distillery. It’s a testament to the quality of their spirit and the expertise of Cadenhead’s cask selection. If you’re looking for a well aged and complex Speyside single malt with a distinctive sherry influence, this expression is an excellent choice.