The Glenlivet 56 Year Old Eternal Collection Second Edition Unveiled

Introduction & Overview

Chivas Brothers has unveiled The Glenlivet 56 Years Old Eternal Collection Second Edition , the remarkable second edition of The Glenlivet Eternal Collection. This singular 56-year-old single malt marks over five decades of expert craftsmanship and innovation. A continuation of the series that began with the 55-year-old release, this rare whisky culminates a unique maturation process in collaboration with Spanish sherry suppliers. It exemplifies the brand’s commitment to producing exceptional, one-of-a-kind Scotch whisky expressions that collectors and connoisseurs highly covet.

Design & Presentation

This extraordinary whisky is showcased in a spherical glass decanter plated with 24-carat gold, exquisitely engraved with delicate heather branches. The presentation includes a custom sculptural pedestal created by acclaimed artists Fredrikson Stallard, featuring 3D-printed gold-plated heather branches rising from Guatemalan green marble. The bespoke bar top is further enhanced by a 137.73 carat lab-grown Paraiba Tourmaline simulant, reflecting the beauty and complexity of Speyside’s rugged landscape.

Maturation & Flavor Profile

A sophisticated finishing stage involved over four years of aging in a specially developed Spanish Oak cask, seasoned with a blend of Oloroso, Pedro Ximénez, and Palo Cortado sherries. This unique combination, coupled with maturation in American oak barrels, layers the whisky with vanilla and toffee notes that complement The Glenlivet’s characteristic orchard fruit and honeyed richness. The result is an exceptionally deep and complex single malt shaped by a maturation approach unparalleled in the brand’s history.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Poached plums, sticky dates, dark chocolate ganache
• Palate: Fresh blackberries, ripe banana, cherry compote
• Finish: Velvety sweet with lingering dark chocolate

Release & Availability

The Glenlivet 56 Years Old Eternal Collection Second Edition is available exclusively through Sotheby’s "Finest & Rarest Whisky" auction from November 6 to 20, 2025, with an estimated value between £35,000 and £70,000. This unique one-of-one release continues to elevate The Glenlivet’s reputation for rare and investment-grade Scotch whisky, appealing to discerning collectors worldwide.