Balvenie 38 Year Old 1961 (cask 4194) - Vintage Cask
- Distillery
- Balvenie
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 49.3%
- Age
- 38 years
- Price
- £3995
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Sherried, Honey, Tobacco, Leathery
- Description
- Balvenie's 38-year-old from cask 4194, distilled in June 1961 and bottled in September 1999, represents an extraordinary snapshot of Speyside whisky from the post-war era. With just 141 bottles produced, this vintage cask expression reflects nearly four decades of slow maturation in wood, likely developing concentrated dried fruit, oak spice, and the subtle waxy textures that define old-aged Balvenie. A collector's piece offering a rare window into how this classic distillery expressed itself over the long maturation. Reserved for serious enthusiasts and special occasions.
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Balvenie 38 Year Old 1961 (cask 4194) - Vintage Cask is a 38-year-old single malt from Balvenie (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 49.3% ABV. Expect richly sweet, oaky and fruity character — old wood, sherried, honey, tobacco. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Balvenie's 38-year-old from cask 4194, distilled in June 1961 and bottled in September 1999, represents an extraordinary snapshot of Speyside whisky from the post-war era. With just 141 bottles produced, this vintage cask expression reflects nearly four decades of slow maturation in wood, likely developing concentrated dried fruit, oak spice, and the subtle waxy textures that define old-aged Balvenie. A collector's piece offering a rare window into how this classic distillery expressed itself over the long maturation. Reserved for serious enthusiasts and special occasions.
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