The Balvenie Single Cask 1998 15 Years Single Malt Whisky

Balvenie 15-year-old

The Balvenie

Speyside · United Kingdom

3.6
★★★½

10 ratings

Bottle Information

Age
15 years
ABV
47.8%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
The Balvenie
Distillation Year
28.01.1998
Bottling Year
08.10.2013
Cask Types
Bourbon

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Recent history

Lowest Price:€99.14(2024-08-27)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

Expert analysis and tasting impressions

1#1

Right then, this one’s got a proper toffee-led start, then sherry-soaked raisins drift in, with vanilla and a wee spicy nudge. 🥃 Sitrus zest comin through, oak hummin in the back – feels like a cosy fruitcake by the fire, mate. Typin this on me phone so apologies if a word’s gone wonky. 😊

2#2

Ooh, that's a nice one! Smokey with a bit of honey and caramel, kinda warm on the way down. Like a cozy night by the fire. 🥃🔥 Y'know, it's got this malty depth, maybe a touch of oak? Really makes ye smile. 😊 Slight tangy note at the end, but not too much. Proper good stuff!

3#3

Just had a dram – smoky notes with a hint of fruitey sweetness. Some spicey kick on the tounge, but realy smooth going down. 🥃😊 Perfect for a cozy evening.

4#4

Just had a go at this whisky, and it's got a lovely smoky aroma 🔥. Notes of vanilla and oak, maybe a hint of honey 🍯. On the palate, it's smooth with a touch of fruitiness, like apples or pears. The finish is long and warming, really satisfying 😌. Cheers! 🥃 Occasional typos don't affect understading, like "understading" here.

5#5

Oh, this one’s quite peaty, innit? 🔥 A nice smokiness hits first, then a bit of honey sweetness creeps in. Finishes smooth, wif a touch of vanilla. 😊 Really warms you up on a chill night.

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