Scotch whisky with a Caribbean twist? That’s the idea behind The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve, and we reckon the combo is irresistible.
To create a whisky with a delicious tropical twist, the distillery finished a portion of the smooth liquid in barrels that previously held Caribbean rum. The result is a unique dark amber whisky that offers rich caramel toffee notes on the palate, sweet notes of pears and apples, and a silky finish that hints at pineapple.
We’re always up for breaking with tradition, and The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve Caribbean Reserve makes a delightfully unconventional accompaniment to any BBQ or summer soiree, whether you like a straight-up dram over ice or a refreshing long tipple.
To create a whisky with a delicious tropical twist, the distillery finished a portion of the smooth liquid in barrels that previously held Caribbean rum…
Introducing your new favourite tropical tipple
Cocktail inspo: Here’s a couple of quick and easy serves based around The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve…
The Caribbean Cooler
Ingredients 50ml The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve 25ml pineapple juice two dashes of Angostura Bitters Peach sparkling water
Method 1. Build all ingredients over ice in a glass. 2. Top with peach sparkling water.
Pineapple Lime Smash
Ingredients 50ml The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve 37ml chilled pineapple juice Two lime wedges 12.5 ml Simple syrup A handful of Mint Leaves
Method 1. Combine simple syrup, lime and mint within shaker and then muddle. 2. Add whisky and ice. Shake and pour into glass. 3. Top with chilled pineapple juice. 4. Garnish with a lime wedge and mint
The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve with giftbox is available online here and supermarkets nationwide, priced from £36.00 (70cl).
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Scotch whisky with a Caribbean twist? That’s the idea behind The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve, and we reckon the combo is irresistible.
To create a whisky with a delicious tropical twist, the distillery finished a portion of the smooth liquid in barrels that previously held Caribbean rum. The result is a unique dark amber whisky that offers rich caramel toffee notes on the palate, sweet notes of pears and apples, and a silky finish that hints at pineapple.
We’re always up for breaking with tradition, and The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve Caribbean Reserve makes a delightfully unconventional accompaniment to any BBQ or summer soiree, whether you like a straight-up dram over ice or a refreshing long tipple.
Cocktail inspo: Here’s a couple of quick and easy serves based around The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve…
The Caribbean Cooler
Ingredients
50ml The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve
25ml pineapple juice
two dashes of Angostura Bitters
Peach sparkling water
Method
1. Build all ingredients over ice in a glass.
2. Top with peach sparkling water.
Pineapple Lime Smash
Ingredients
50ml The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve
37ml chilled pineapple juice
Two lime wedges
12.5 ml Simple syrup
A handful of Mint Leaves
Method
1. Combine simple syrup, lime and mint within shaker and then muddle.
2. Add whisky and ice. Shake and pour into glass.
3. Top with chilled pineapple juice.
4. Garnish with a lime wedge and mint
The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve with giftbox is available online here and supermarkets nationwide, priced from £36.00 (70cl).
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