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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

Speysideยท47.9% ABVยท18 YearsยทPremiumยท$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

๐ŸŽFruity
4.2
๐ŸชตWoody
3.8
๐ŸŒถ๏ธSpicy
2.8
๐ŸŒธFloral
1.8
๐Ÿ”ฅSmoky
0.1
๐ŸฏSweet
3.9
๐ŸŒพMalty
3.0
๐ŸŒŠMaritime
0.1

Flavor Tags

oakcherryhoneycaramelcinnamonnutmegpepper
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