Balmenach 30 Year Old 1979 (cask 156) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
- Distillery
- Balmenach
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 56.3%
- Age
- 30 years
- Price
- £140.57
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Toasted, Leathery
- Description
- Balmenach distilled in 1979 and bottled at cask strength in 2009 for Berry Brothers & Rudd's Own Selection from a single cask. This rich Speyside whisky demonstrates the depth achieved through 30 years in oak from one of Scotland's most respected wine merchants.
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Balmenach 30 Year Old 1979 (cask 156) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is a 30-year-old single malt from Balmenach (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 56.3% ABV. Expect fruity, oaky and sweet character — sherried, old wood, dried fruit, toasted. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Balmenach distilled in 1979 and bottled at cask strength in 2009 for Berry Brothers & Rudd's Own Selection from a single cask. This rich Speyside whisky demonstrates the depth achieved through 30 years in oak from one of Scotland's most respected wine merchants.
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