A terrific single malt from The Balvenie. This Speysider was initially aged in traditional oak casks before it was finished in casks which previously held Caribbean rum, imparting some extra sweetness and warmth to the whisky. In fact, to create it, Balvenie malt master David C. Stewart made his very own blend of West Indian rums, filled it into casks, and then eventually replaced the rum in said casks with Balvenie's whisky! The fabulous result is a well-rounded whisky with notes of toffee, fruit and vanilla.
The aroma is rich with notes of tropical fruits, namely passion fruit, and creamy toffee.
Sweet vanilla forms a creamy palate with notes of apples and mangoes with a hint of orange in the background.
The finish lingers with a vanilla-focused character.
Mouth-coating and fruity with superb balance, this is an excellent new release from the chaps at Balvenie.
Was: £192.90Now: £191.90
I am still a little new to scotch but have been very fortunate to taste some of the finer brands available. Through my job I'm able to do a favors for a couple of liquor reps and in return get bottles of basically anything I want. This is by far my most favorite so far. I got a bottle recently and it's half finished already. This 14 year is very smooth and has a great but subtle finish. For the price it really is a winner.
After trying this I bought 3 more bottles! It has an outstanding mouth complexity that lingers allowing you to savor various notes. I like quality rum, and there is only a unique hint of it in this Scotch, giving it a unique and quality appeal. I proudly serve this to friends.
This beauty explodes after touching your tongue and is really the giving kind. The palate is super pronounced while the finish will give you extended and wealthy vanilla to enjoy and even reminds of sugary dates.
I was skeptical about having a Rum infused scotch. I am NOT a fan of Rum. I was delighted to be proven wrong. This was a very smooth Scotch., not a peat monster. I will buy this one again.
What constitutes a great malt? Good question, so why not use a rum cask to add a difference and make it a success. I dislike rum as a drink on its own but applaud Balvenie for this little beauty, Slainte!
