Speyburn-Glenlivet distillery

Speyburn-Glenlivet Distillery is a Scotch whisky distillery located in the Speyside region of Scotland. The distillery is known for producing single malt Scotch whisky under the Speyburn-Glenlivet brand.

History

The Speyburn-Glenlivet Distillery was established in the late 19th century, during the boom period of Scotch whisky production. The distillery was built in the heart of the Speyside region, which is renowned for its high concentration of whisky distilleries. The distillery takes its name from the River Spey, which is known for its pure, soft water, ideal for whisky production, and the Glenlivet estate, a place synonymous with quality Scotch whisky.

Production

The distillery uses traditional methods of whisky production. The process begins with malting, where barley is soaked in water and allowed to germinate. The malted barley is then dried in a kiln before being milled to produce grist. The grist is mixed with hot water in a mash tun to extract the sugars, creating a liquid known as wort. The wort is then fermented in wooden washbacks, producing a beer-like liquid called wash. The wash is distilled twice in copper pot stills, first in a wash still and then in a spirit still. The spirit is then matured in oak casks for a minimum of three years, during which time it develops its distinctive flavour and character.

Products

The Speyburn-Glenlivet Distillery produces a range of single malt Scotch whiskies. These include the Speyburn-Glenlivet 10 Year Old, a smooth, medium-bodied whisky with notes of fruit and spice; the Speyburn-Glenlivet 12 Year Old, a rich, full-bodied whisky with a long, warming finish; and the Speyburn-Glenlivet 18 Year Old, a complex, well-aged whisky with a deep, robust flavour profile.

See Also

• Scotch whisky
• Speyside
• Single malt Scotch
• Distillation
• Barley
• Mashing
• Fermentation (alcohol)
• Maturation (whisky)

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