Glenlivet Master Distiller’s Reserve Small Batch 9378/010
70cl / 40%
£99.00
- Cask type: Sherry
- Malt type: Single Malt
- Region: Speyside
Tasting Notes
Raisins, Autumn Fruit and Oak
Citrus, Allspice and Oak
Long Finish, Lime, Chilli and Oak
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Limited-batch extension of Glenlivet’s travel-retail Master Distiller’s Reserve, triple matured and bottled at 40%, with batch number 9378/010.
At-a-Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Distillery / Region | The Glenlivet, Speyside |
| Category | Single malt Scotch whisky, travel retail small batch |
| Age / Vintage / Bottled | NAS, released mid-2010s, batch 9378/010 |
| ABV & Size(s) | 40% ABV, 70cl and 1L travel formats |
| Cask / Treatment | First fill ex sherry, first fill American oak, traditional oak (triple matured) |
| Natural Colour | Not stated by the producer |
| Non-Chill-Filtered | No (travel retail, 40%) |
| Cask Strength | No |
| Bottle count / Outturn | Not stated by the producer; limited but not numbered |
| Intended channel | Travel retail, later specialist resale |
| Packaging | Tall Glenlivet bottle with dark-gold carton stating Small Batch and batch number 9378/010 |
| Notes on discrepancies | Different small batch numbers exist (9378/02 etc.); price and composition are similar but batch number must be recorded. |
Historical Context
Glenlivet launched the Master Distiller’s Reserve for travel retail in 2011 as a premium NAS alternative. In 2015 the range was broadened with Solera Vatted and Small Batch versions to showcase cask selection. Batch 9378/010 is one of these later, more selective bottlings, built from a mix of first fill sherry casks, first fill American oak and standard seasoned oak, all chosen by the distillery team to give more weight than the base Master Distiller’s Reserve. Being a travel exclusive, it was widely distributed but bought mostly by travellers, which is why stock now appears in specialist shops and auctions rather than supermarkets.
Technical Specification & Variant Map
2.1 Documented variants
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The Glenlivet Master Distiller’s Reserve Small Batch 9378/010, 70cl, 40%, triple matured.
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The Glenlivet Master Distiller’s Reserve Small Batch 9378/02, 1L, 40%, similar cask recipe.
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Base Master Distiller’s Reserve (no small batch wording), 1L, 40%, earlier travel retail.
Variant Matrix
| ABV | Volume | Market | Era cues | Relative desirability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40% | 70cl | Specialist resale of travel stock | Batch 9378/010 on label | Core for collector accuracy |
| 40% | 1L | Airport/duty free | Often batch 9378/02 or similar | Volume-led, slightly lower |
| 40% | 1L | Base Master Distiller’s Reserve | No small batch wording | Lowest of the three |
2.2 Packaging & authenticity checklist
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Front label must say Master Distiller’s Reserve Small Batch and show the batch number.
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Carton should be present and free from heavy scuffing; 40% travel bottles often travel hard.
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Check duty free/airport stickers; leave them on if neat, as they confirm travel origin.
2.3 Regulatory/terminology notes
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NAS single malt, bottled at 40%.
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Triple maturation is a production claim, not a legal category.
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Colouring and chill filtration are standard and should be assumed.
Liquid Profile
Nose: Raisins, autumn fruit, Seville-orange citrus, polished oak, baking spice.
Palate: Medium-weight Glenlivet fruitiness layered with sherry sweetness, vanilla from the American oak and a little dry oak from the traditional casks.
Finish: Long for 40%, with citrus, gentle chilli warmth and toffee.
With water: Not required at 40%.
Pricing & Market Dynamics (GBP)
Original RRP (GBP): Not stated by the producer, but travel NAS Glenlivet in 2015 typically sat around £60 equivalent.
Current UK retail range (GBP, incl. VAT): £75.90 on a mainstream whisky retailer up to £119.00 on an old-and-rare specialist.
Recent UK/EU auction range (GBP, hammer): £60.00 hammer in 2022 for batch 9378/010.
Pricing stratification: boxed, clean, 70cl at top; 1L with travel wear mid; unboxed at auction band.
FX note: Conversion from the Cyprus listing of EUR 115.00 to GBP at 1 EUR = 0.86 GBP on 07 Nov 2025 gives c. £98.90.
Liquidity & sourcing note: Good for a travel bottle with a batch number, especially for buyers completing Glenlivet travel runs.
Price Snapshot
| Channel | Date/era | Bottle spec | Price (GBP) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK specialist | 2025 | 70cl, 40%, batch 9378/010 | 119.00 | Upper retail |
| UK specialist | 2025 | 70cl, 40% | 75.90 | Standard retail |
| EU retailer | 2025 | 1L, 40% | c. 98.90 | Converted from EUR 115 |
| UK auction | 2022 | 70cl, 40%, batch 9378/010 | 60.00 | Hammer |
Distillery/Bottler Snapshot
The Glenlivet is one of the core Speyside distilleries, with high capacity and a long-established fruity, estery style. The small batch travel outturns are a way for the distillery to show cask selection without committing to a permanent aged SKU.
Sourcing
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Target: cartons in good condition, clear batch code.
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Avoid: bottles with damaged capsule or leaking travel seals.
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If buying in euros, use the FX line above to maintain GBP pricing.
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Margin is comfortable if bought under £80 and listed £110-£120.
