Here we have the flagship single malt from Balvenie’s celebrated PortWood range. The 21 Year Old is a marriage of rare Balvenie whiskies, carefully finished in 30-year-old port pipes for added depth and finesse. First released in 1996, it remains a standout example of balance and refinement – offering soft fruit, warming spice and a long, elegant finish. A classic Speyside dram with real pedigree.
Elegant. White peach, honey, sultanta, macadamia, subtle touches of balsamic and cola cubes.
A gentle, subtle palate offering up a mix of cranberries and cooked raspberries, a little white grape juice and barley.
Cocoa, slightly bitter as it tails away gracefully.
This is by far my favorite scotch. The amazing taste and aroma. it goes down incredibly smooth, with a wonderful finish. I first came across this when it was still $90 a bottle, back then I thought it a steal...I gladly pay the current price.
I could talk about the taste, finish or balance all day. Quite simply, the best whiskey I have tasted… However, I have not enjoyed anything over 25 years old.
very yumyum
Sampled this, and I did enjoy the unique peachy notes on the nose and the lighter mixture of nutty, sweet and floral palate flavors. However, light on the front and a faintly bitter ending seemed a little off for me, as I found the porty, dark chocolate finish, but with a hint of green pine. Admittedly I had no problem finishing the sample! It was certainly enjoyable, and from a tasting standpoint I can appreciate all the finer parts of this Speyside treat that others are liking, but just don't think I'd pay the premium for this bottle.
I really liked this young adult dram and am looking forward to it tonight. Great raisin sweetness , star anise, smooth nutmeg oak flavor. Compact with a nice finish and subtle vanilla impact. This makes me want to explore the Doublewood next or just buy another bottle of this one.
