The Glenlivet launches rum and bourbon fusion cask selection
The Glenlivet launched its Rum and Bourbon Fusion Cask Selection, a category-first innovation that finishes single malt Scotch whisky in casks made by dismantling and reassembling rum and bourbon barrels. The process creates unique flavor profiles combining fruit and caramel-toffee notes.
THE GLENLIVET INTRODUCES THE GLENLIVET RUM AND BOURBON FUSION CASK SELECTION WITH A ONE-OF-A-KIND TASTE EXPERIENCE
In celebration, The Glenlivet partners with Toronto's Vintage Conservatory on a new quarterly event series, The Distiller's Table With a taste transformed by fusion, The Glenlivet's new category-first innovation breaks boundaries and sets new standards in single malt scotch whisky
TORONTO, Aug. 27, 2025 – The Glenlivet, the iconic Speyside single malt Scotch whisky, today announced the addition of The Glenlivet Rum and Bourbon Fusion Cask Selection to its portfolio of award-winning single malt Scotch whiskies. A category-first innovation, the new expression offers a one-of-a-kind taste experience by selectively finishing The Glenlivet's iconic single malt Scotch whisky in casks that are made by dismantling rum and bourbon barrels and "fusing" the parts back together to create new, unique casks. The process imparts a luxurious new depth of flavour to The Glenlivet's signature fruity house style. With this launch, the #1 single malt scotch whisky brand continues to challenge conventions and set new standards of excellence within the single malt category.
The launch of The Glenlivet Rum and Bourbon Fusion Cask debuts a new partnership between The Glenlivet and Toronto's Vintage Conservatory, which features a quarterly Scotch tasting event series, The Distiller's Table. Guests are invited to attend the intimate whisky pairing dinners by purchasing tickets released fourteen (14) days prior to the event. Tickets will be available to purchase through Eventbrite. Prices are subject to quarterly release and Vintage Conservatory members will have exclusive access to early sign up, discounted rates and free bottle drops. The first event takes place in August and features The Glenlivet Rum and Bourbon Fusion Cask.
The Glenlivet Rum and Bourbon Fusion Cask Selection has been expertly finished in casks crafted from a combination of first-fill rum and bourbon barrels to deliver a distinctive taste experience. Hand-selected barrels have been dismantled and reassembled by expert coopers into one combined cask, creating a harmonious fusion of luscious fruit and caramel-toffee notes. The Glenlivet Rum and Bourbon Fusion Cask Selection offers aromas of orange, vanilla custard, caramel, coconut and zest of lemon, notes of juicy apricot and peach, fresh apples, toffee-covered bananas, and subtle cinnamon spice on the palate. A sweet and smooth finish leaves enduring notes of orange.
"This category-first innovation continues our commitment and 200-year legacy of pushing boundaries in whisky," said Kevin Balmforth, The Glenlivet Cask Expert. "As a team of makers at The Glenlivet, we work closely with our partners at the cooperage to ensure the handmade casks are of the highest quality, and this intricate dismantling and reassembling process to create new bespoke casks ensures a distinctive and expertly crafted finish."
Balmforth and the team of makers at The Glenlivet were drawn to the idea of a fusion cask finish – taking two separate flavours from outside The Glenlivet's home in Scotland and bringing them together to create a taste experience like no other Scotch whisky. The Glenlivet Fusion Cask is also a testament to The Glenlivet's spirit of craftmanship and innovation. This spirit - which dates back to 1824, when The Glenlivet founder George Smith became the first distiller to secure a legal whisky distilling license in the parish of Glenlivet - continues to inspire our makers today, who pay homage to the brand's legacy while always exploring and moving forward.
"We are excited for Canadians to taste The Glenlivet Rum and Bourbon Fusion Cask and experience its unique flavour profile," said Nick Cianfaglione, Assistant Brand Manager, Corby Spirit and Wine. "There is a strong population of prestige spirits drinkers in Canada and they continue to look for unique and elevated taste experiences. The Glenlivet Fusion Cask is being released at the perfect time to answer that call through its rich legacy of innovation and craftsmanship."
The Glenlivet Rum and Bourbon Fusion Cask Selection is now available in Canada, as the iconic single malt Scotch whisky commences its bicentennial celebrations. To discover more about The Glenlivet Fusion Cask and experience taste transformed by fusion, please visit theglenlivet.com/en-us/fusion-cask.
