16 year old Balvenie single malt Scotch whisky from their Triple Cask range, which was launched for travel retail. The Triple Cask range is matured in first-fill American oak barrels, traditional refill casks and first-fill Oloroso Sherry butts. The 16 year old shows off a lot more vanilla and fruit than the 12 year old Triple Cask - the extra years in the casks also bring out plenty more fragrant, oak-y spices.
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I don't really understand the other ratings - this is not a horrible whisky, but there really is nothing to write home here. The oak is overpowering, there is little else and there is practically no finish. Also I don't think that 40% alcohol is the ideal dilution. I much prefer the other Balvenies!
I brought this bottle to an old friends gathering, not expecting any outcome. Surprisingly smooth and easy to drink. Needless to say, I grabbed another bottle the next time I see it.
Easy to drink, always the same, pleasant, fruity and smooth. I like.
like fine cognac
A very smooth and subtle Scotch that is both easy sipping and complex in nature.
