The Glenlivet is celebrating 35 years of Dubai Duty Free (DDF) with the release of a limited-edition 35yo whisky.
The expression, which is The Glenlivet’s first 35yo release, is exclusive to DDF and limited to 35 bottles.
Pernod Ricard Global Travel Retail said the “rare and highly aged” whisky was created to “honour the special relationship cultivated between the Glenlivet and DDF”.
Each bottle is individually numbered and packaged in a hand-made wooden box marked ‘Dubai Duty Free Exclusive’. Each pack contains a signed letter from Master Distiller Alan Winchester.
Winchester commented: “Befitting of this anniversary and in celebration of our long-lasting relationship with Dubai Duty Free, we matured this exclusive edition for over 35 years, in a hand-selected cask carefully chosen for its rich character and exceptional quality.
“Crafted under the watchful eye of our team of artisans, only 35 bottles have ever been produced, with its rarity equalled only by its quality.”
The company said the “unhurried maturation” adds complexity to the liquid’s flavour, resulting in a “beautifully balanced” whisky.
On 10 December The Glenlivet marked the release with an event at Celebrities, One & Only Royal Mirage, Dubai, hosted in partnership with men’s magazine Esquire. Select local KOLs and industry professionals were invited to a six-course dinner and a tasting of the new expression. They were joined by key members of The Glenlivet team.
The Glenlivet 35 year old Dubai Duty Free Exclusive launched this month at Dubai International Airport. RRP is US$10,000.
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