For drinkers exploring cognac or looking for a dependable French brandy that works equally well neat or in cocktails

A subtle cigar-box aftertaste rounds things out cleanly

Very subtle wisps of peat smoke linger beneath

or wash off

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Glenlivet Nadurra Cask Strength 750ML cognac-xo For drinkers exploring cognac orGlenlivet Nadurra Cask Strength 750ML is a non chill filtered Speyside single malt Scotch whisky bottled at natural cask strength, approximately 59. 8% ABV (varies by batch). Named after the Gaelic word for "natural," this expression earned a Double Gold medal at the 2011 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and Gold medals at the 2011 and 2012 International Wine & Spirits Awards a streak of recognition that underscores its standing among premium