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Balvenie 18 Year Old 2005 - A Collection of Curious Casks
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Balvenie 18 Year Old 2005 - A Collection of Curious Casks

Balvenie

Speyside·47.9% ABV·18 Years·Premium·$320
scotch Whiskysingle Malt

Cask Types

Wine Cask

Tasting Notes

Balvenie 18 Year Old 2005 - A Collection of Curious Casks is a delightful whisky that tantalizes the senses. The nose greets you with a captivating aroma of toasted oak, rich butterscotch, exotic North African spices, and luscious ripe red fruit. As you take a sip, a harmonious dance of sweetness and spice unfolds, where hints of honey, buttery brioche, and juicy cherries intertwine seamlessly. The finish lingers with a comforting warmth of winter spices and caramel, leaving you craving for another sip. This classic unpeated Balvenie, initially aged in American oak, receives a final touch of elegance from its finishing in French Pineau casks, imparting a delightful sweetness and fruity complexity that elevates the overall experience.

Flavor Profile

🍎Fruity
4.2
🪵Woody
3.8
🌶️Spicy
2.8
🌸Floral
1.8
🔥Smoky
0.1
🍯Sweet
3.9
🌾Malty
3.0
🌊Maritime
0.1

Flavor Tags

oakcherryhoneycaramelcinnamonnutmegpepper