The Glenlivet 12 (2008 Eiditon) Leather Box
70cl / 40%
£99.00
- Malt type: Single Malt
- Region: Speyside
A cornerstone of Speyside tradition, The Glenlivet 12-Year-Old is a single malt Scotch whisky celebrated for its smooth, approachable style and consistent quality. Bottled at 40% ABV and presented in a refined leather box, this 700ml release is an elegant choice for collectors and newcomers alike.
Bright gold in the glass, the whisky opens with a delicate bouquet of summer meadows, mingling floral and fruity aromas with soft notes of vanilla and fresh oak. The palate is silky and balanced, offering flavors of orchard fruit, almond biscuits, and gentle spice, followed by a subtle, nutty finish with hints of ginger and marzipan.
Tasting Notes
Light orchard fruits with a hint of malt and floral honey.
Balanced and gentle with notes of vanilla, soft oak, and green apple.
Clean and slightly drying with a touch of herbal spice.
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Classic 12-year-old Speyside in a 2008 gift leather box, positioned as a premium-present version of the core Glenlivet.
At-a-Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Distillery / Bottler / Country & Region | The Glenlivet, Speyside, Scotland |
| Category | Single malt Scotch whisky |
| Age / Vintage / Bottled | 12 Years Old / c. 2008 gift-pack edition |
| ABV & Size(s) | 40% ABV, 70cl |
| Cask / Treatment | Predominantly ex-bourbon American oak with some European oak influence (standard for Glenlivet 12 of the time) |
| Natural Colour | Not stated by the producer |
| Non-Chill-Filtered | No (standard 40% filtered presentation) |
| Cask Strength | No |
| Bottle count / Outturn | Not stated by the producer (standard liquid, limited-packaging run) |
| Intended channel | Gifting / premium retail / duty-free seasonal |
| Packaging | Leather- or leather-effect presentation box with standard 12yo bottle |
| Notes on discrepancies | Must be distinguished from regular carton 12yo of the same year; only the packaging is different, not the liquid |
Historical Context
By the mid-2000s Glenlivet 12 was a widely distributed, 40% Speyside standard. Distilleries often issued seasonal or year-specific gift packs to lift the value of the same liquid, especially around holidays. A leather-box 2008 edition fits that pattern: same 12-year-old, upgraded outer, intended for gifting and a slightly higher shelf price. Because the liquid is the core 12, all tasting and technical notes follow the mainline release.
Technical Specification & Variant Map
Documented/likely variants
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12yo, 40%, 70cl, 2008 leather/leatherette box.
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12yo, 40%, 70cl, 2008 standard carton.
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12yo, 40%, 1L travel-retail (not leather box).
Variant Matrix
| ABV | Volume | Market | Era cues | Relative desirability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40% | 70cl | 2008 gift retail | Leather/leatherette box | Highest (presentation) |
| 40% | 70cl | 2008 regular | Standard carton | Core |
| 40% | 1L | Travel retail | Tall bottle, no leather | Value/drinker-led |
Packaging & authenticity checklist
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Bottle must be the standard 2000s Glenlivet 12 with age statement.
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40% and 70cl on label.
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Leather box should fit the bottle snugly and have Glenlivet branding.
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Check for storage marks on leather box; condition strongly affects resale.
Liquid Profile (Glenlivet 12 standard)
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Nose: Orchard fruit (pear, apple), honey, vanilla, light floral.
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Palate: Soft, balanced, malty sweetness, vanilla, a little citrus and oak.
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Finish: Medium, clean, gently drying.
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With water: Not essential at 40%.
Pricing & Market Dynamics (GBP)
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Original RRP (GBP): In line with Glenlivet 12 of the period, with a small premium for the box.
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Current realistic UK range: 40–55 GBP if leather box is clean and present.
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Bottle-only sells at normal Glenlivet-12 levels.
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Pricing stratification: leather box mint > leather box scuffed > no box.
Price Snapshot
| Channel | Bottle spec | Price (GBP) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specialist/collectors | 70cl, 2008, leather box | 50–55 | Presentation-led |
| General resale | 70cl, 2008, box worn | 45–50 | Box still adds value |
| Bottle-only benchmark | 70cl, 12yo standard | 35–40 | Uses current 12yo level as anchor |
Sourcing
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Prefer: full leather box, bottle sealed, 70cl, 40%.
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Avoid: no box (then it is just a normal 12), heavy scuffs on box.
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Buy near standard 12yo money; sell with premium for presentation.
