Balvenie Tun 1401 Batch 5 Single Malt Whisky

Balvenie Tun 1401 Batch 5 Single Malt WhiskyBalvenie's 1401 Batch 5 is a blend of five sherry casks and four bourbon, married together for three months in Tun 1401 and bottled at cask strength. Nose: Polished leather, wood varnish, menthol and tobacco leaves. Shows some lighter touches a little later on, with fresh apples, orange juice, as well as some floral touches, accompanied by honey. The balance is incredible. Taste: Lovely citrus fruits. Oranges, lemons and pink grapefruit, but also

but not the super sweet kind – apricot and salty sour prunes

old-style Bruichladdich

One of the most searched-for Macallan expressions worldwide

it was an exclusive release given to staff in honour of Janet Sheed Roberts (granddaughter of William Grant) turning 105

It was distilled back in 1973 and bottled in June 2016 after 32 long years of maturation in bourbon hogsheads

this rare and highly collectible bourbon develops unparalleled depth

zesty citrus notes combine beautifully with the rich dark fruits and salty coastal influence

Grown in Inverness-shire and matured in a single

toffee and treacle are definitely there too Finish: Long finish

Very malty

oily and slightly buttery

a spark of ginger and some oaky warmth