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The Glenlivet Founder's Reserve

Founder’s Reserve is The Glenlivet’s single malt tribute to founder George Smith. Traditional oak and first-fill American oak casks shape this 40% expression. The producer explicitly confirms that it carries no age statement.

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At a glance

  • Origin: Scotland
  • Category: Single malt Scotch whisky
  • Distillery: The Glenlivet
  • Age: No age statement
  • ABV: 40%
  • Bottle size: 700 ml
  • Maturation: Traditional oak and first-fill American oak casks

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What distinguishes this whisky

  • The producer explicitly confirms no age statement.
  • Traditional oak is combined with first-fill American oak maturation.

Producer tasting notes

Summary of the producer’s published tasting notes; not a Whisky Clan tasting.

  • Nose: The producer highlights citrus and sweet orange, with vanilla and honey.
  • Palate: Its description combines orange and pear with toffee-apple sweetness.
  • Finish: The published notes describe a smooth, creamy finish that lingers.

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Questions about this bottle

Does Founder’s Reserve have an age statement?

No. The producer explicitly confirms that this expression has no age statement. No numerical age is assigned to it.

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Sources and image credits

The Glenlivet · Checked 26 October 2026

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