Is Balvenie Caribbean?

Is Balvenie Caribbean?

Balvenie Caribbean Cask Bottling Note This Speysider was initially aged in traditional oak casks before it was finished in casks which previously held Caribbean rum, imparting some extra sweetness and warmth to the whisky. The fabulous result is a well-rounded whisky with notes of toffee, fruit and vanilla.

Does Balvenie add color?

The Balvenie simply calls it “extra matured.” Some distillers legally use caramel coloring to make their Scotch more appealing. The Balvenie neither colors nor chill filters theirs. This gives the whiskey a more natural appearance.

Which is better Balvenie or Glenfiddich?

Glenfiddich 15 gets 87/100 and Balvenie gets 89. 4) OVERALL EXPERIENCE: With 40% ABV and less complex flavors, Glenfiddich 14 does not take water very well. On the other hand, Balvenie 14 opens up more vanilla and fruity notes with a dash of water. Overall, Glenfiddich 15 gets an 86 and Balvenie 14 gets an 88.

What does Balvenie taste like?

Sweet fruit and Oloroso sherry notes, layered with honey and vanilla. The palate is smooth and mellow single malt of beautifully combined flavours – nutty sweetness, cinnamon spiciness and a delicately proportioned layer of sherry – with a long and warming finish.

How old is the cask of Balvenie whisky?

The Balvenie Caribbean Cask has been matured in traditional oak whisky casks for 14 years, and then ‘finished’ in casks that previously held Caribbean rum.

Why was the Balvenie cask called a dog?

The cylinder became know as a ‘dog’ on account of it being a man’s best friend that, like its canine counterpart, was also kept on a lead by one’s side. Today this ingenious contraption is utilised by the Malt Master, David Stewart when sampling an expression directly from the cask. Free collection from any shop with stock.

Is the Balvenie single malt available in California?

Spirits are not eligible for shipping to California. *Price, vintage and availability may vary by store. Speyside, Scotland- The Balvenie Caribbean Cask Speyside single malt whisky is aged in rum casks for a rounded taste with vanilla and sweet oak notes and a fruity character.

What did dipping dog do at Balvenie distillery?

In days gone by, the ‘Dipping Dog’ would have been employed by thirsty employees at the Balvenie distillery to pilfer whisky by lowering a cylinder into a cask. On retrieving it, its canny owner would have secured his haul by tightly sealing the opening with a cork.