The Glenlivet 14 Year Old bottle. Credit: The Glenlivet.

Pernod Ricard USA’s whiskey brand Glenlivet has expanded the single malt category with the release of the Glenlivet 14 Year Old in the US market.

Featuring the brand’s signature citrus notes and creamy smoothness, Glenlivet’s new expression offers a raisin-rich finish from select ex-Cognac casks.

Pernod Ricard USA Glenlivet marketing vice-president Sona Bajaria said: “With the Glenlivet 14 Year Old, we’ve created something truly iconic that embodies our incredible legacy while putting a modern spin on single malt whiskey that’s been selectively finished in former Cognac casks.

“The Glenlivet brand is built on a passion for extraordinary products and 14 Year Old was created with that in mind. We are confident consumers will love this new liquid as much as we do.”

With the release of the Glenlivet 14 Year Old, the company intends to inspire and open up to a new generation of whiskey drinkers through bold and unconventional flavour combinations and finishing techniques.

The Glenlivet master distiller Alan Winchester said: “We crafted the Glenlivet 14 Year Old with the curious single malt community in mind.

“The beauty of the whiskey lover is that their palate is always evolving, searching for the next flavour experience, and we’re proud to add this delicious aged single malt, with portions selectively finished in ex-cognac casks, to our portfolio.

“The blend of rich Cognac-cask flavour influences and our signature fruity, smooth style are guaranteed to captivate single malt drinkers looking to explore.”

From this month, The Glenlivet 14 Year Old will be exclusively available in the country for the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $55 for 750ml bottle.