The Glenlivet Eternal Collection

THE GLENLIVET ETERNAL COLLECTION

First Edition, 55 Year Old, in collaboration with Michael Hansmeyer

AGED 55 YEARS

Our oldest expression to date, the 55 Year Old is the First Edition of The Glenlivet Eternal Collection. This remarkable whisky is a testament to craftsmanship and originality that has defined The Glenlivet since our inception in 1824. Only 100 exquisitely crafted bottles are available of this ambitious single malt.

EXCEPTIONAL TASTE

Crafted from a seasoned sherry cask and carefully matured over more than half a century – this precious single malt offers a complex flavour profile and astonishingly long finish.

A gentle sweetness of poached pears is harmonised with the heady citrus notes of ripe, sun-drenched Seville oranges whilst a deeper note of sticky dates ground the trio. These are matched in the deep warmth of toasted hazelnut and the indulgent richness of dark chocolate, finishing with the spiced warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg.

Deep and warming flavours of homemade blackcurrant jam, vanilla fudge, and dark chocolate, balanced with zesty orange and crystallised ginger before closing with a touch of warming clove spice.

Incredibly long, the finish is distinct and complex, evolving through fruit and spices to culminate with a subtle warming dry and spicy finish.

INSPIRED BY THE HOME OF THE GLENLIVET

Crafted in partnership with Michael Hansmeyer, the 55 Year Old whisky is encased within a striking sculpture that perfectly compliments the spherical decanter. Hansmeyer’s sculpture is a tribute to the rugged Scottish landscape surrounding the Distillery and captures the flowing essence of the River Livet in the Spey Valley.

THE PIONEERING ARTIST

Michael Hansmeyer is a computational architect and programmer. He explores the use of architecture and art to fabricate new art forms. Using contemporary modelling through computer programming, Hansmeyer’s original sculpture is a stunning creation at the intersection of whisky craftsmanship and technology.

DISCOVER THE CRAFTSMANSHIP OF THE FIRST EDITION

The Glenlivet Eternal Collection is a new range of highly collectable precious whiskies. Released annually, each future release – all taken from a single, extraordinary cask – will be aged for one additional year and will be accompanied by an original artform crafted by a visionary artist. Discover a collection to cherish.

CELEBRATING 200 YEARS

This 55 year old whisky masterpiece was first unveiled during an exclusive 200 year anniversary celebration hosted at The Glenlivet’s iconic distillery in Speyside, Scotland. Learn more about The Glenlivet Distillery and how you can plan your next visit to Scotland.