Balvenie 25 Year Old 1974 (cask 11916)
- Distillery
- Balvenie
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46.9%
- Age
- 25 years
- Price
- £675
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Sherried, Honey, Dried Fruit, Malt Extract
- Description
- This Balvenie 25-year-old was laid down in September 1974 and matured for a quarter-century in a single cask, creating a rare snapshot of the distillery's craftsmanship from that era. The extended aging promises deep complexity and refined character.
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Balvenie 25 Year Old 1974 (cask 11916) is a 25-year-old single malt from Balvenie (Scotland), bottled at 46.9% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — old wood, sherried, honey, dried fruit. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This Balvenie 25-year-old was laid down in September 1974 and matured for a quarter-century in a single cask, creating a rare snapshot of the distillery's craftsmanship from that era. The extended aging promises deep complexity and refined character.
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