The Glenlivet 12YO, known as the single malt that started it all, harks from the oldest legal distillery in Speyside, Scotland, where the stills are lantern shaped with long, narrow necks. The full and rich aromas of baked pastries, orchard fruit and toffee continue on the palate of this readily approachable malt. A hint of oak, from time spent maturing in both American and European casks, builds on the warming palate which finishes layered with dark licorice notes and dried citrus peel.