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The Balvenie 16 Year Old Triple Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml
$699.99
$699.99
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Description
The Balvenie 16 Year Old Triple Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a distinctive expression from The Balvenie Distillery, which is located in Speyside, Scotland. This whisky is part of The Balvenie's Triple Cask series, which involves a unique aging process that utilizes three types of casks to mature the whisky, enhancing its complexity and flavor profile.
For the 16 Year Old Triple Cask, the whisky is aged in a combination of first-fill American oak barrels, traditional refill casks, and first-fill Oloroso sherry butts. This tripartite aging process imparts a rich and nuanced flavor profile to the whisky, characterized by layers of sweetness, spice, and fruit notes.
The use of first-fill American oak barrels introduces vanilla and toffee flavors, while the traditional refill casks contribute to the whisky's overall smoothness and depth. The first-fill Oloroso sherry butts add a rich fruitiness and spiciness to the whisky, creating a complex and balanced profile.
At 700ml and typically bottled at 40% ABV (alcohol by volume), The Balvenie 16 Year Old Triple Cask is appreciated by whisky enthusiasts for its smoothness, rich flavor profile, and the skillful way in which the different cask influences are balanced. It is often enjoyed neat or with a small amount of water to open up its flavors.
The Balvenie Distillery itself is renowned for its traditional craftsmanship and dedication to quality, with much of the whisky-making process, including malting, still done by hand. This commitment to tradition and quality is evident in their Triple Cask range, making it a sought-after choice for those who appreciate fine single malt Scotch whisky.
For the 16 Year Old Triple Cask, the whisky is aged in a combination of first-fill American oak barrels, traditional refill casks, and first-fill Oloroso sherry butts. This tripartite aging process imparts a rich and nuanced flavor profile to the whisky, characterized by layers of sweetness, spice, and fruit notes.
The use of first-fill American oak barrels introduces vanilla and toffee flavors, while the traditional refill casks contribute to the whisky's overall smoothness and depth. The first-fill Oloroso sherry butts add a rich fruitiness and spiciness to the whisky, creating a complex and balanced profile.
At 700ml and typically bottled at 40% ABV (alcohol by volume), The Balvenie 16 Year Old Triple Cask is appreciated by whisky enthusiasts for its smoothness, rich flavor profile, and the skillful way in which the different cask influences are balanced. It is often enjoyed neat or with a small amount of water to open up its flavors.
The Balvenie Distillery itself is renowned for its traditional craftsmanship and dedication to quality, with much of the whisky-making process, including malting, still done by hand. This commitment to tradition and quality is evident in their Triple Cask range, making it a sought-after choice for those who appreciate fine single malt Scotch whisky.
General Questions
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Selecting the right whisky is about capturing the essence of a distiller's craft and the character of their spirit. We don't just present whisky offers; we delve deep into the stories behind each bottle, helping you understand what makes each whisky special. It's often in the 'why' that one makes sense of what one tastes.
Our process begins with thorough research, engaging with our suppliers, brand ambassadors, and distillers to identify whiskies with unique potential. We taste each bottle ourselves, choosing only the best to feature. Our selections are not solely based on well-known ratings or high scores. Experience has taught us that "highly scored" whiskies aren't always the best or the best value. By looking beyond the scores, we uncover many wonderful and distinctive discoveries, bringing you exceptional whiskies that might otherwise be missed.
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