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Brand sheds light on the Counterfeits of it’s 21 year Old Gran Reserva
Tosin Clegg
Fakes is a major issue in the luxury drinks market, even more so in recent times. In light of this, it has become necessary to put together a checklist for consumers to ensure every 21-Year-Old Gran Reserva you pick off the shelf or order for is exactly what you expect. The 21-year-old Gran Reserva was intentionally crafted to ensure you experience only the best-rounded flavors whenever you pick up a signature bottle.
Customers can Differentiate Between an Original and an Imitation of a 21-Year-Old Gran Reserva by Checking the Security Seal. The brand has spared no expense in safeguarding this traditional Speyside Whisky. All you have to do is regard the security seal as your first line of defense. The 21-year-old Gran Reserva is adorned with a tamper-evident seal that’s not just there for show. Before you open a bottle, make sure this seal is intact. If it’s been tampered with, take a step back—it’s a red flag.
Also, check the taste profile. Now, assuming your bottle has passed the seal check, every bottle was allowed to patiently mellow at the distillery in Scotland for 21 years and is renowned for its unique taste profile. With a rich blend of the single-malt whisky signature notes, uplifting lime notes, sweet toffee and a hint of sultry fig, counterfeits usually fail miserably in replicating this complexity, delivering a flat, uninspiring flavor. So, trust your taste buds; it’s a reliable ally in your quest for authenticity.
Authentic Glenfiddich packaging is a work of art. Many thanks to the malt master, Brian Kinsman who handpicks the whisky’s barrels and adds a finishing touch instead of merely bottling it in the usual way. The label is meticulously printed, with every detail crisp and clear. If the bottle in your hands has a wonky label, uneven printing, or a less-than-perfect finish, you might be dealing with a phony.
Finally, each bottle undergoes an extra special process, finished in Caribbean rum casks, with a luxurious, lingering finish that’s unmistakable. This is a flavour note that counterfeits just can’t replicate. That smooth, warm finish with a touch of sweetness is the hallmark of an authentic 21-year-old Gran Reserva.