
The Balvenie Single Cask 1998 15 Years Single Malt Whisky
Balvenie 15-year-old
The BalvenieSpeyside · United Kingdom
12 ratings
Bottle Information
- Brand
- The Balvenie
- Age
- 15 years
- ABV
- 47.8%
- Volume
- 700 ml
- Category
- Single Malt Whisky
- Distillery
- The Balvenie
- Distillation Year
- 28.01.1998
- Bottling Year
- 24.09.2013
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Recent history
Tasting Notes & Reviews
Expert analysis and tasting impressions
Proper comfy dram this. Nose is all stewed orchard fruits, a bit of burnt sugar and just a whisper of campfire smoke 🔥🍎. On the palate, it’s bustin’ with dark choccy, walnuts. Little whiff of old leathr n’ spice, really coats the mouth warm n’ slow. Not overly sweet, just a honest, malty hug. Finishe sticks around with that lovely smoulder, maybe a touch of sea salt, distant bonfire embers. Smashin’ with a splash o’ water.
just tried this dram... kinda smoky but not too heavy 🥃 the vanilla and honey notes hit first, lovely sweetness wait for the spice kick... yep there's some cinnamon and black pepper 🌶️ mouthfeel's really smoooth, almost silky finish lingers with oaky warmth, hint of dried fruit proper good stuff on a rainy afternoon ☕ might be a bit peaty for some but I like it innit
Alright, this whisky's proper peaty, innit? 🏴 Got a right smoky kick on the nose, like a bonfire on a crisp autumn day. 🍂 There's a bit of woody oak in there, and maybe some fruity notes – apples or summat? 🍎 On the palate, it's warming and a bit spicy, with a long, smoky finish that lingers. 👌 Really enjoy it with a dash of water; brings out the flavours more. 💧 Oh, and it's taesty as well – smooth and satisfying. 😋 Reminds me of a cozy evening by the fire. 🌬️
Blimey, the vanila scent just jumps out at ya – really rich and cosy. Got some spicy hints in there too, makes ya feel all warm inside. Smooth as anything, innit? 😊 Perfect for a quiet night in, cheers! 🥃
This whisky's got a real smoky vibe, innit? 🥃 Notes of honey and a bit of spice on the end. 😊 Tastes smooth with a fruity hint that's proper nice. 🔥 Loves the way it lingers, warm and comfy. 😋
Just had a dram of this whisky, and the nose is proper lovely – all vanilla and a bit of honey, with a hint of something fruity like ripe apples. 🥃 On the tongue, there's a nice warmth, subtle smokiness at the back, and a touch of oak. Finish lingers with a gentle spice, quite soothing. Really enjoyed the mouthfeel, creamy yet crisp. 😊 Sometimes I get a bit of caramel too, but mostly it's that vanilla note upfront. Nice one for a cozy evening.
Proper lovely nose on this one 👃 - smells like smoky caramel an' a bit of vanilla, maybe some honeycomb? Taisty. Bit of citrus peel comin' through 🍊 with some toasty oak notes. Actually really bloody nice - smooth as you like, with that gentle peat smoke lingerin' nicely. Get's a lil' bit spicy as it sits, reminds me of Christmas cake 🎄... an' there's this warm honey finish that just goes on forever. Proper autumn dram, this.
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