Balmenach 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 800410) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
- Distillery
- Balmenach
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 50.9%
- Age
- 18 years
- Price
- £109.95
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Toasted, Honey, Old Wood
- Description
- This 18-year-old Balmenach from 2001 matured initially in American oak before finishing in bourbon, bottled by Murray McDavid at 50.9% ABV as part of their Benchmark series, offering robust Speyside character without chill filtration.
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Balmenach 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 800410) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is a 18-year-old single malt from Balmenach (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 50.9% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and gentle spice character — vanilla, toasted, honey, old wood. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
This 18-year-old Balmenach from 2001 matured initially in American oak before finishing in bourbon, bottled by Murray McDavid at 50.9% ABV as part of their Benchmark series, offering robust Speyside character without chill filtration.
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