Balvenie The Creation of a Classic Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Distillery
- Balvenie
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £69.95
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Malt Extract, Dried Fruit, Sherried
- Description
- Balvenie's Creation of a Classic celebrates David C. Stewart MBE's pioneering work in wood finishes, specifically his 1983 introduction of oloroso sherry cask finishing to the distillery. Matured in bourbon then finished in oloroso, this expression balances Balvenie's signature vanilla and malt sweetness with dried fruit, spice, and structured oak. The palate develops syrupy oatmeal, toffee, and subtle clove notes, with dry oak providing the finish's backbone. This suits those exploring the foundation of modern wood-finishing practice in Scotch whisky.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Balvenie The Creation of a Classic Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a from Balvenie (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and light oak character — vanilla, malt extract, dried fruit, sherried. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A premium pour worth the price.
Balvenie's Creation of a Classic celebrates David C. Stewart MBE's pioneering work in wood finishes, specifically his 1983 introduction of oloroso sherry cask finishing to the distillery. Matured in bourbon then finished in oloroso, this expression balances Balvenie's signature vanilla and malt sweetness with dried fruit, spice, and structured oak. The palate develops syrupy oatmeal, toffee, and subtle clove notes, with dry oak providing the finish's backbone. This suits those exploring the foundation of modern wood-finishing practice in Scotch whisky.
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