Bottle Information
Bottler: Distillery
Cask Type: port cask matured
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Balvenie 21 Port Wood Speyside single malt Scotch whisky. Double matured in casks which previously matured port wines.
Balvenie
William Grant converted the ruins of Balvenie House into Balvenie malt whisky distillery in 1892 in order to meet the global demand for William Grant’s Scottish Speyside malt whisky and blended scotch. Balvenie Distillery is situated near Balvenie Castle and the River Fiddich in Scotland’s Speyside whisky region and is one of the few Scottish distilleries to malt barley on its own malt floors and to dry its malted barley over a peat fire in its own malt kiln. Visitors can enjoy an in-depth Balvenie scotch whisky experience and distillery tour. Balvenie Distillery is also a participant in the popular Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival.
NOSE: A perfume of fruity and ripe raisin notes, backed by a nutty dryness
TASTE: Refined with remarkable character, it is creamy and silky with fruit, honey and spice notes.
FINISH: Long, gentle, nutty.
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Balvenie
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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