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.
Really good my new favorite Balvenie Rum/Whiskey oh my!
This is my first ever bottle of whiskey, as recommended to me. I am normally a gin person but I have surprised myself at how much I have enjoyed this bottle of whiskey. I’m no connoisseur but I have fallen in love with the taste. It’s mellow but takes your breath away all at the same time. I think this is a fine whiskey and worthy of the price.
It's not a bad whiskey, but it's definitely not worth its money.
But I didn't get this one. And I'm a fan of Balvenie. Balvenie 12 Doublewood and Sigle Barrel are all richer than Caribbean cask. Everything is my opinion, of course.
By far my favourite single malt, great flavour and is so smooth
