Balmenach 10 Year Old 2016 Signatory 100-Proof Edition #79

Name: Balmenach 10 Year Old 2016 Signatory 100-Proof Edition #79
Brand: Balmenach
Price: 52.96 GBP
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Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

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Balmenach 10 Year Old 2016 Signatory 100-Proof Edition #79 is a bold and richly sherried Speyside single malt Scotch whisky, bottled by Signatory Vintage as part of their acclaimed 100-Proof Edition series. Read more

Balmenach 10 Year Old 2016 Signatory 100-Proof Edition #79

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Bottle Information

Bottler: Signatory Vintage

Cask Type: first fill Oloroso sherry butts

Type: Single Malt

Volume: 70cl

Region: Speyside

Vintage: 2016

Age: 10 Year Old

ABV: 57.1%

Tasting Notes

Nose Raisins, treacle, dark chocolate, and orange peel with hints of cinnamon and polished oak. Palate Rich and mouth-coating, revealing flavours of fruitcake, roasted coffee, toasted nuts, and sweet sherry spice. Finish Long and warming, with lingering dried fruits, cocoa, and oak tannins.

Balmenach 10 Year Old 2016 Signatory 100-Proof Edition #79 is a bold and richly sherried Speyside single malt Scotch whisky, bottled by Signatory Vintage as part of their acclaimed 100-Proof Edition series. Distilled in 2016 and finished in first fill Oloroso sherry butts, this powerful release was bottled in 2026 at 57.1% ABV (100 Proof), delivering an intense and full-bodied whisky experience.

Balmenach’s naturally weighty and malty spirit is exceptionally well suited to active sherry cask maturation. The first fill Oloroso butts impart deep layers of raisins, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and warming spice, creating a whisky with impressive richness and structure despite its youthful age. Bottled without chill-filtration or added colour, this is a bold and flavour-packed Speyside malt.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

10 year old Speyside single malt Scotch whisky from Balmenach
Finished in first fill Oloroso sherry butts
Distilled 2016, bottled 2026 at 57.1% ABV (100 Proof)
Part of the Signatory Vintage 100-Proof Edition series
A bold, heavily sherried whisky packed with rich flavour
Non chill-filtered and natural colour

The Balmenach 10 Year Old 2016 Signatory 100-Proof Edition #79 is a powerful and indulgent Speyside single malt, combining robust distillery character with the deep richness of first fill sherry maturation. Intense, warming, and full of personality, it’s an excellent choice for lovers of rich cask-driven Scotch whisky.

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The Distillery

Founded in 1824 by James McGregor, Balmenach Distillery is nestled on his farm in Cromdale, within Scotland’s prestigious Speyside whisky region. This ideal location benefits from an abundant supply of chilly, peaty water flowing from the Hills of Cromdale, essential for crafting exceptional single malt Scotch whisky. By 1897, the introduction of a branch line from the Strathspey Railway enabled Balmenach to capitalize on the booming demand for fine Speyside scotch whisky, enhancing its distribution and profitability. Today, Balmenach Distillery stands out as one of the few remaining Scottish distilleries that have preserved their traditional wooden washbacks, worm tubs for cooling spirit from its six copper stills, a round red brick chimney, and historic dunnage warehouses. These authentic features underscore Balmenach’s commitment to traditional whisky-making craftsmanship. Signatory Vintage and Cadenheads are prominent independent bottlers offering Balmenach’s distinguished single malts, while Balmenach’s Caorunn Gin has garnered immense popularity among gin enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned whisky connoisseur or a curious traveler, Balmenach Distillery provides an authentic Speyside whisky experience, blending rich heritage with exceptional quality to create some of Scotland’s finest spirits.

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