Balvenie Founder's Reserve - Cognac Bottle 75cl
- Distillery
- Balvenie
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 40%
- Age
- 10 years
- Price
- £275
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (3 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Honey, Vanilla, Malt Extract, Toasted, Fresh Fruit
- Description
- 10 years old and cruising at 40% ABV. Balvenie's Founder's Reserve in a Cognac Bottle feels like an odd extravagance for £275.0. With tags like 'Honey' and 'Vanilla', it might be a soft touch.
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Balvenie Founder's Reserve - Cognac Bottle 75cl is a 10-year-old single malt from Balvenie (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — honey, vanilla, malt extract, toasted. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
10 years old and cruising at 40% ABV. Balvenie's Founder's Reserve in a Cognac Bottle feels like an odd extravagance for £275.0. With tags like 'Honey' and 'Vanilla', it might be a soft touch.
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