{"product_id":"chivas-regal-legend-special-reserve-rare-blended-scotch-whisky","title":"Chivas Regal Legend Special Reserve","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChivas Brothers Legend Special Reserve – 750ml, 43% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a distinguished and discontinued premium blended Scotch whisky, originally introduced in 2001 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Chivas Brothers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreated as a tribute to two centuries of Scottish whisky heritage, Legend Special Reserve celebrates the traditional art of blending established by the Chivas family and the exceptional craftsmanship that helped shape one of the world's most recognised luxury Scotch whisky houses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis commemorative expression was inspired by the original style of blended Scotch whisky associated with James Chivas, bringing together carefully selected, mature malt and grain whiskies from across Scotland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blend is reported to contain whiskies aged between \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15 and 30 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although it carries no formal age statement. These mature components contribute to the whisky's refined character, depth and harmonious balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottled at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e43% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e750ml presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Chivas Brothers Legend Special Reserve reflects the elegant, rich and approachable style traditionally associated with premium Chivas blends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts character combines honeyed malt, ripe orchard fruits, creamy vanilla, soft toffee and gentle oak spice, with delicate dried-fruit notes and a lingering, well-rounded finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike the familiar Chivas Regal 12, 18 and 25 Year Old expressions, Legend Special Reserve was produced as a special commemorative release rather than a permanent member of the core range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe whisky was released in identifiable batches, adding another dimension of historical interest for collectors seeking particular examples of this discontinued expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChivas Brothers Legend Special Reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an intriguing addition to collections of vintage blended Scotch whisky, historical Chivas Brothers releases and commemorative bottlings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA memorable tribute to the heritage of Chivas Brothers, this 2001-era release offers collectors an opportunity to explore a distinctive expression from an important milestone in the company's history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eHoney, ripe apples, pears, creamy vanilla, soft oak and delicate dried fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Silky and rounded, with toffee, honeyed malt, orchard fruits, subtle sherry sweetness and gentle cinnamon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Smooth and lingering, with mellow oak, soft fruit, honey and warming spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chivas Regal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67918632878358,"sku":null,"price":3999.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/0782\/4406\/files\/chivas-legend-special-reserve-original-box.png?v=1794034716","url":"https:\/\/whiskylibraryshop.co.za\/products\/chivas-regal-legend-special-reserve-rare-blended-scotch-whisky","provider":"The Whisky Library Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}