SKU: 12075
Balvenie Caribbean Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky 14 year old
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750ml
$87.98
Category | Single Malt Scotch |
Region | United Kingdom, Scotland |
Brand | Balvenie |
Alcohol/vol | 43% |
Proof | 86.00 |
Very pretty golden color; impeccable purity. Opening inhalations detect green tea and earthy/leafy notes of delicacy and grace; later sniffs after seven minutes of aeration encounter sweeter aromas, especially brown sugar, cotton candy and marzipan. Entry is slightly oily, piquant and spicy; midpalate showcases assertive flavors of vanilla bean, clove, dates, and dried apricot. Concludes elegantly, with a touch of the oil noted at the entry.
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After regular maturation, this Scotch is "extra matured" in former rum casks. The end result layers rich, mouth-coating dried apricot, honey and Sherry notes on top of Balvenie's usual caramel and light peat profile. It finishes flavorful, though with a distinct burst of alcohol warmth.