{"product_id":"g-m-85-year-old","title":"Glenlivet 1940 – 85 Year Old “Artistry in Oak” #336 Sample, Gordon \u0026 MacPhail, 43.7% ABV, 3cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn extraordinary and highly unusual collector’s piece, this is a 3cl sample of Gordon \u0026amp; MacPhail’s Glenlivet 1940 85 Year Old “Artistry in Oak” #336—released in 2025 as the world’s oldest single malt Scotch whisky ever bottled. Distilled in 1940 and presented in its full release as part of a landmark collaboration featuring a bespoke decanter by architect Jeanne Gang, this sample was only awarded to individuals who purchased the full bottle. Complete with booklet, it offers a rare chance to own a piece of one of the most talked-about whisky releases in modern history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Distillery: Glenlivet \u003cbr\u003e- Bottler: Gordon \u0026amp; MacPhail \u003cbr\u003e- Release: 85 Year Old “Artistry in Oak” #336 \u003cbr\u003e- Vintage \/ Distilled: 1940 \u003cbr\u003e- Released: 2025 \u003cbr\u003e- Type: Single malt whisky \u003cbr\u003e- Age: 85 years old \u003cbr\u003e- ABV: 43.7% \u003cbr\u003e- Bottle Size: 3cl sample \u003cbr\u003e- Country: Scotland \u003cbr\u003e- Region: Highlands \u003cbr\u003e- Distillery Status: Operational \u003cbr\u003e- Number of Bottles in Lot: 1 \u003cbr\u003e- Special Note: Sample only, originally awarded to purchasers of the full bottle \u003cbr\u003e- Packaging: Comes complete with booklet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- The full release was presented in a bespoke decanter titled “Artistry in Oak” \u003cbr\u003e- Designed by acclaimed American architect Jeanne Gang \u003cbr\u003e- The design reflects nature, time, and craftsmanship, with a hand-blown glass vessel encased by bronze branches \u003cbr\u003e- This release was widely noted as the world’s oldest single malt Scotch whisky ever bottled\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Aroma: Soft aged leather, apricot compote, cinnamon, waxy citrus, vanilla, dried sultana, aniseed, beeswax polish, and subtle smoke. \u003cbr\u003e- Palate: Smooth yet vibrant with cracked black pepper, sweet dried tobacco, Seville orange peel, rich plum, and Morello cherry, balanced by gentle oak spice. \u003cbr\u003e- Finish: Long and full-bodied with lingering herbal notes and refined complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Collect \/ Buy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Exceptionally rare sample linked to a landmark world-record whisky release \u003cbr\u003e- Only awarded to buyers of the full 85 Year Old bottle \u003cbr\u003e- Strong crossover appeal for collectors of ultra-rare Scotch, Gordon \u0026amp; MacPhail, and whisky memorabilia \u003cbr\u003e- Complete with booklet, adding provenance and display value\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeller Notes :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Glenlivet 1940 85 Year Old “Artistry in Oak” #336 sample by Gordon \u0026amp; MacPhail \u003cbr\u003e- 43.7% ABV, 3cl \u003cbr\u003e- Sample only, not the full decanter release \u003cbr\u003e- Comes complete with booklet \u003cbr\u003e- Please review photos carefully for overall condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBidder Confidence:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Photos form part of the description—please check condition carefully \u003cbr\u003e- Professionally packed for shipping; UK \u0026amp; international shipping available \u003cbr\u003e- Buyer responsible for any local duties\/taxes\/import restrictions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53379964567889,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/4028\/1681\/files\/709CB592-1DCB-4702-99F3-B5B40811FEF8.jpg?v=1774550603","url":"https:\/\/whiskysauction.co.uk\/products\/g-m-85-year-old","provider":"Whiskys Auction","version":"1.0","type":"link"}