The Glenlivet’s newest innovation will have you going, Oh là là. The legendary single matl Scotch whisky brand is introducing the 12-year-old Provence Edition, a concoction that combines its Speyside brilliance with a strong twist of Côte d’Azur. If you’re a Scotch whisky lover who appreciates an excellent bottle of wine, this limited-edition release is for you. Glenlivet is already the world’s top-selling single malt producer, so branching out with a release that embraces Provençal winemaking has drawn worldwide headlines.
The Glenlivet 12-year-old Provence Edition is quintessential Glenlivet, meaning the new expression stays true to its roots while embracing the French Riviera’s flair. According to Glenlivet, the new expression is matured in a unique combination of Château Sainte Marguerite white wine, Rivesaltes, and Sauternes casks. When the Provence Edition hits your palate, expect whisky layers you expect from Glenlivet, with delicate floral aromas and ripe orchard fruit, like white peaches, nectarine, pear, and bright citrus.
There’s something to be said about a distillery that takes bold leaps. After more than 200 years of producing the best single malt, Glenlivet has found an ingenious way to marry its elegant Speyside brilliance with the best France has to offer.
“With the Provence Edition, we wanted to take The Glenlivet somewhere unexpected,” said Kevin Balmforth, Glenlivet’s Master Blender. “By actively monitoring the finishing process and carefully balancing the influence of Château Sainte Marguerite, Rivesaltes, and Sauternes wine casks, we have created a whisky that delivers vibrant orchard fruit, elegant floral notes, and exceptional complexity.”
The Glenlivet introduced an immersive pop-up experience through Le Café du Whisky, which debuted on Sept. 17. Le Café du Whisky showcased a new culinary collaboration with acclaimed pastry chef Michelle Palazzo of Frenchette Bakery. Palazzo reimagined a classic French pastry through a Provençal and Scottish lens to create the Tarte aux Pêches, pictured below.
The Glenlivet 12-year-old Provence Edition proudly lends itself to be the key ingredient for a variety of cocktails. Take the Golden Hour Old Fashioned, which swaps “traditional sugar and standard bitters for wildflower honey and dark plum, creating a fresher, more vibrant profile that naturally elevates the floral, peach, and honeyed notes of our Provence Edition.”
Glenlivet promises this recipe delivers a “rich, spirit-forward cocktail, but with a subtle botanical warmth that invites you to slow down and savor the moment.”
There’s also the timeless classic Sunlit 75, with rich fig jam “bringing the orchard notes of the Provence Edition to the fore, perfectly balanced by the sharp tang of fresh lemon. Topped with champagne, it’s an elevated, effervescent serve that feels familiar, yet unmistakably of the South of France.”
“Provence Edition celebrates The Glenlivet’s commitment to more than 200 years of craftsmanship and innovation, drawing inspiration from the flavors and spirit of one of the world’s most iconic regions,” said Kristen Colonna, Vice President of Marketing for The Glenlivet. “From its distinctive cask finishing to the immersive activations and culinary partnerships surrounding the launch, every element of this expression reflects the care, creativity, and expertise that define The Glenlivet.”
