Glenlivet Code 5cl, 48%
Tasting Notes
Colour: Deep gold. This is based on the visible liquid tone in bottle imagery of the miniature, as no official published colour note was issued at launch.
Nose: Baked red apple, creamy toffee and cinnamon, combined with delicate floral aromas and a touch of violet. This is taken directly from the official published nose note for the release.
Palate: Fruity aromas of pears and juicy pineapple, followed by spicy flavors of sweet ginger, licorice root and subtle fresh mint leaves. This is taken directly from the official published palate note for the release.
Finish: Long, fruity and refreshing. This is taken directly from the official published finish note for the release.
Description
Glenlivet Code 5cl, 48% is the miniature format of one of the most distinctive modern limited editions from The Glenlivet. Released as part of the mystery series that followed Alpha and Cipher, Code was presented in an opaque matte-black bottle with no cask details or tasting notes on the pack, encouraging drinkers to explore the whisky without preconceptions. The 5cl version keeps that same concept in a compact collectible format that feels especially attractive to miniature buyers and Glenlivet completists.
What makes this bottle especially attractive is that it is not just a standard miniature, but a small-format version of a highly recognisable themed release. Public bottle records for Code list the 2018 bottling at 48% ABV, with maturation in American oak and a finish in ex-Canadian first fill rye casks, while recorded sizes include 50ml alongside the regular full bottles. That gives this miniature real collector interest rather than making it feel like a generic sample.
Why Choose Glenlivet Code 5cl, 48%
Glenlivet Code 5cl, 48% stands out because it gives you the mystery-series identity of the full release in a compact miniature format. The black presentation, limited-edition story and rye-finished profile make it much more interesting than a normal 5cl bottle, while the 48% strength helps preserve the same bold personality associated with the main release. For collectors, it is a very smart way to add Code to a miniature shelf or a wider Glenlivet lineup.
Ideal For.
This bottle is ideal for miniature collectors who want official small-format Glenlivet releases with a stronger story than a standard core-range sample.
It is ideal for buyers who enjoy modern Speyside whisky with orchard fruit, creamy sweetness, cinnamon, ginger, liquorice root and fresh mint notes.
It is also ideal for collectors building the Alpha, Cipher and Code sequence in multiple formats, including miniatures. This is an inference based on the documented mystery-series positioning, the recorded 50ml format and the collectible presentation style.
Product Details
Product Name: Glenlivet Code 5cl, 48%.
Category: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky.
Distillery: The Glenlivet.
Region: Speyside, Scotland.
Series: Mystery Series.
Release Position: Third mystery-series release after Alpha and Cipher.
Bottling Date: Public bottle records list the Code release as bottled in 02.2018.
Cask Type: American oak, finished in ex-Canadian first fill rye casks.
Bottle Size: 5cl / 50ml.
ABV: 48%.
Presentation: Opaque matte-black miniature bottle designed to conceal the whisky details.
Barcode: 5000299621073 is the barcode publicly associated with the 2018 Code release.
Bottle Count: Public bottle records list 33,000 bottles for the Code release, with recorded sizes including 50ml, 700ml and 750ml. No separate miniature-only outturn was identified.
Collector’s Note
This miniature has strong collector appeal because it belongs to one of the most recognisable themed releases in Glenlivet’s modern history. Code already stands out through its concealed black presentation and mystery-series concept, and the 5cl format makes it even more attractive for buyers who collect miniatures, promotional bottlings and small-format official releases.
It also benefits from being tied to a full limited-edition release rather than existing as a standalone mini. The fact that public bottle records for Code include 50ml alongside the main bottle sizes gives this version much stronger collection relevance, especially for buyers who enjoy hunting unusual official miniatures from modern Scotch series.
Additional information
| Weight | .900 kg |
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