Amazon slashes price of Glenlivet whisky to £24 and fans say it's 'gorgeous and smooth'

Amazon has launched a deal on the Glenlivet Founder's Reserve Single Malt Scotch Whisky, as it is now priced at £24.78 down from £34.25 - customers can save a whopping 38%

Amazon is getting into the festive spirit with an irresistible deal on Glenlivet Founder's Reserve Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Normally retailing at £34.25, whisky lovers can now snag it for just £24.78, a cool 38% saving.

This offer undercuts Tesco's Clubcard price (£26) and beats Waitrose's reduced price (£28, down from £38).

Noted for its vibrant citrus zest, pear and toffee apple flavours topped off with a creamy finish, the Glenlivet Founder's Reserve stands out as a stellar gift for connoisseurs and novices. Despite the pre-discount price being seen as "good value for money" by shoppers, this discount makes it an even more attractive buy compared to many alternatives found in supermarkets.

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Sip it neat, mix up a swanky holiday cocktail, or craft a soothing hot toddy - the Glenlivet Founder's Reserve boasts a sweetness and smooth flavour that's all thanks to maturation in select traditional and American-first fill oak casks, as reported by the Daily Record.

The whisky has garnered praise from customers for its gentle finish that lacks the bite some other whiskies have, making it an excellent choice for those new to whisky. Meanwhile, seasoned enthusiasts are viewing this as a prime opportunity to bolster their collections, reports MyLondon.

An Amazon reviewer was impressed, stating: "As far as Malts go, this is a good one, by my taste. Smooth and tasty, difficult to have more than a wee dram. Would buy again and good price."

The Glenlivet Founder's Reserve scores a high rating on Amazon, securing a 4.8 out of five stars. Another shopper shared their contentment: "This will always remain the go to for a great value for money single malt. Very smooth and has the great Glenlivet taste."

Meanwhile, a buyer who purchased it as a gift commented: "Purchased for a friend as a gift and they were delighted. It has a clean taste, smooth and warm with no sharp bite. Smells great in a Glencairn and looks a lovely amber colour. A little expensive but it’s a good bottle for a special gift."

One enthusiast added their praise: "Absolutely gorgeous. Smooth and good quality. Recommended and good value for money."

However, not all feedback was glowing; one reviewer offered a more critical view: "There are more flavourful blended scotch brands than this. As I didn't pay too much for it I wasn't that worried. It has little maturity and tasted like a very good moonshine."

Yet another customer was happy with the deal they received: "Can’t go wrong when it’s half the price. Great scotch, both taste and smell. Ideal if you're new to whisky."

"As far as Malts go, this is a good one, by my taste. Smooth and tasty, difficult to have more than a wee dram. Would buy again and good price."

"This will always remain the go to for a great value for money single malt. Very smooth and has the great Glenlivet taste."

"Purchased for a friend as a gift and they were delighted. It has a clean taste, smooth and warm with no sharp bite. Smells great in a Glencairn and looks a lovely amber colour. A little expensive but its a good bottle for a special gift."

"Absolutely gorgeous. Smooth and good quality. Recommended and good value for money."

"There are more flavourful blended scotch brands than this. As I didn't pay too much for it I wasn't that worried. It has little maturity and tasted like a very good moonshine."

"Can't go wrong when it's half the price. Great scotch, both taste and smell. Ideal if you're new to whisky."

For those scouring Tesco for a unique find, the Laphroaig Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 10 Year Old 70cl is priced at £41.

You can now grab a bottle of the Glenlivet Founder's Reserve Single Malt Scotch Whisky for just £24.78.