Jose-Massu-Espinel
Glenlivet Spectra
Single Malt — Speyside, Scotland
Reviewed
February 2, 2021 (edited February 3, 2021)
Continuing my reviews on the Glenlivet Spectra, this is the time to write about what i thought about the Number 02, described as "it will remind having a bonfire by seaside". Well let's see if that is true, since i really need a vacation, and that description seems like a nice plan.
Bottled at 40%, golden color.
On the nose it is very perfumed. Right away you perceive this clean powerful fresh pear aroma. A light fog, cloth softener, sand. Very fruity, some mild spiciness like cinnamon. Foam. Feels clean and fruity.
On the palate it is a lot better than the Number 01. Apples, very speysider. Nice and spicy. Some sulphur notes, tobacco and sider.
Aftertaste is very good and pleasant. A nice smoky, peaty flavor; very elegant and grassy. Burnt grass, stewed fruits. Sider long finish. A cigarrette note appeared after 10 seconds of having tasted it, totally unexpected, it is like an extra kick, very interesting.
Overall; this is a much better, rounded, elegant whisky than the first expression. I have yet to taste number 03, but it feels they hit all the right buttons when making this one. It still feels like a proper glenlivet with a peaty / smoky profile. Well done. My score for it, 88 over 100.
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