The Balvenie 16 Year Old French Oak

The Balvenie 16 Year Old French Oak is produced by The Balvenie Distillery, located in Dufftown, Speyside, Scotland. This distillery is renowned for its dedication to traditional craftsmanship. It is one of the few that still grows its barley and uses traditional floor maltings. This Single Malt Scotch Whiskey is made from 100% malted barley. The Balvenie is known for its rich, honeyed character, a hallmark of its single malts. The whiskey matures for 16 years in American oak casks, which add notes of vanilla, spice, and warm honey, then finished in casks that hold wine from the vineyards in Charentes, France. This finishing process adds flavors like grapefruit, geranium, glazed fruit, and ginger. The Balvenie 16 year old French Oak goes through careful aging. It spent 16 years in American oak casks before moving to Pineau des Charentes for its final aging. This two step aging process makes the whiskey richer and more complex. It contains 47.6% alcohol by volume (ABV).

This whiskey pairs beautifully with a variety of foods. It complements rich dishes such as roasted duck, grilled salmon, and creamy cheeses. For dessert, try it with fruit tarts or dark chocolate. To fully appreciate its intricate flavors, enjoy The Balvenie 16 Year Old French Oak neat, on the rocks, or with a splash of water to open up its aromatic profile.

Aroma: Beautifully balanced light floral notes from lotus and geranium flowers dance between hints of fresh meadow grass and peeled apple skin.

Palate: Tangy lemon rind and grapefruit's energizing zing meets the subtle sweetness of glazed fruits and the spice of root ginger.

Finish: Refreshingly concise.