One of our most successful series of whisky casks ever is the selection of sherry-aged Glenlivet single malt from Signatory. Sadly, the last cask from this now-legendary stock is upon us and we’ll have to find a substitute on this year’s trip out to Scotland, but there was a nice little caveat to this final statement. Des McCagherty, the manager of Signatory’s warehouse, emailed us a few months back to tell us there had been a small mishap. Apparently they had forgotten to reduce the proof of the final Glenlivet whisky before bottling, meaning this last barrel would come in at full proof, cask strength.
Like a true gentleman, however, Des agreed to honor the original price. In celebration of that relationship, we’ve decided to pass that savings long to you. Whereas normally cask strength whiskies cost 25-35% more, we’re keeping the price at right at $89.99 – and at that price, these won’t last long. Enjoy the rich, decadent, sherry-matured flavor of this 19 year old Glenlivet in full glory!
1996 Glenlivet 19 Year Old “K&L Exclusive” Signatory Cask Strength Single Sherry Butt Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml) ($89.99)
We’ve got another round of 19-year-old sherry-matured Glenlivet magic for you, but this time at cask strength! And the best news is: the price is still $89.99! Signatory actually made a mistake not proofing down the whisky to 46% ABV, but they were gracious enough to honor the same price given the mishap. That makes what was already a great deal an even better one! Dark sherry notes of fig, cake bread, baking spices, toffee, and cocoa swirl in a symphony of rich Oloroso flavor. That extra proof on the finish, however, makes all the difference and adds lift to an experience that would normally end with a soft whisper. Instead there’s a quick zip of peppery goodness, sealing the deal on one of the best single-malt deals we’ve ever offered. A mistake, of course, but we’re passing the savings on to you nonetheless! Cask-strength whiskies normally sell for an extra premium, but not in this case.
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