Glayva Edinburgh Tattoo edition Blended Scotch Whisky Liqueur miniature.

Glayva Edinburgh Tattoo edition Blended Scotch Whisky Liqueur miniature...

Condition: Excellent Collector-Please note as this is a vintage/rare/limited edition bottle, conditions of bottle/label and liquid level can vary - Some years can vary and as estimations only (example: estimated 1970s/80s).
Fill level: In the neck.

Whisky still produced: Yes.
Category: Whisky Liqueur.
Distillery: Not a distillery, but produced by Whyte & Mackay.
Bottler: Whyte & Mackay Ltd.
Bottling series: Edinburgh Tattoo limited edition Miniature.
Bottling Year: 1980s.
Stated Age: Not applicable.
Cask type: Not applicable.
Strength: 40% Vol. (typical).
Size: 50 ml (miniature).
Colouring: Yes.
Chill-filtered: Yes.
Bottle code: Not applicable. Bottle base code; SD 383 ll
Country Origin: Scotland.
Market: Limited release for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

Glayva Edinburgh Tattoo Edition is a special limited release of the famous Glayva whisky liqueur, created to celebrate Scotland’s iconic Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Glayva is a renowned Scottish whisky liqueur, blending aged Scotch whisky with Mediterranean herbs, spices, honey, tangerines, and almonds to create a smooth, sweet spirit. The name comes from the Gaelic for “very good” — Glè Mhath — fitting its reputation as one of the finest whisky liqueurs ever made.

Tasting notes;
Appearance/colour: Rich amber-gold.
Nose: Fragrant notes of honey, orange zest, spices, and delicate malt.
Palate: Sweet, velvety layers of spiced citrus, honey, and soft herbs balanced by whisky warmth.
Finish: Long, smooth, and gently spiced with lingering sweetness.

Distillery history:
Glayva’s origins are bathed in bold experimentation.

Our story begins in Leith, Edinburgh. The year is 1947, and Ronald Morrison is a wine and whisky merchant busily concocting a tempting new liqueur for his loyal customers. His aim? To produce a tantalisingly unfamiliar and richly delicious spirit, the like of which had never been tasted before. He crafted the recipe using a base of quality aged Scotch whisky infused with exotic ingredients, aiming to produce a luxurious liqueur that stood apart from traditional drams. Surrounded by the warehouses of other merchants, it was from his neighbours that he obtained his special ingredients, many of which were considered exotic at the time. Combining Mediterranean tangerines, honey, cinnamon and rare spices from far-flung lands, he finally landed on what he determined to be the perfect blend.

The first to be offered a taste of Glayva was Ronald’s warehouseman, Hector. “Glè mhath”, he proclaimed in Gaelic, translating as “Very good”. Inspired, Morrison accepted Hector’s verdict as the name for his new nectar, and since that day the recipe has been altered not a jot. The name “Glayva” — meaning “very good” in Gaelic — quickly became a fitting slogan for its rich, sweet, and aromatic profile. Now owned by Whyte & Mackay, Glayva has earned a loyal following and multiple awards for its distinctive style. It remains a staple among whisky liqueurs, often served neat, over ice, or used to elevate classic cocktails and desserts.                           
Over the years, Glayva has been awarded a record 15 times at the International Wine and Spirit Competition, making it simply the most glorious liqueur in the universe.

CERTIFICATIONS AND AWARDS
Glayva has won multiple Gold Medals at the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) — including a Gold in 2009, 2010, 2012, and 2013 — and has been named Best Liqueur in the World at various points by the IWSC. It holds a Royal Warrant by appointment to Her Majesty The Queen.

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