The Balvenie Stories The Week of Peat 14 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

The Balvenie Stories The Week of Peat 14 Year Old is a distinctive single malt Scotch whisky from The Balvenie Stories range, a collection that highlights the distillery’s heritage, craftsmanship, and innovation. This expression captures the rare character of peated Balvenie, produced only during the one week each year when the distillery switches to peat.

The whisky showcases how gentle smoke weaves seamlessly with The Balvenie’s signature sweetness and fruitiness. The result is a versatile dram that balances peat and Speyside elegance, offering something both unique and approachable.

Balvenie Stories The Week of Peat 14 Year Old Tasting Notes

• Nose: Gentle peat smoke, citrus fruits, and floral honey. Hints of vanilla and oak.
• Palate: Well-balanced with flavours of creamy vanilla, honey, subtle smokiness, citrus zest, green apple and delicate spices.
• Finish: Lingering notes of sweet smoke, oak and a touch of spice.

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Why Choose The Balvenie Week of Peat 14 Year Old Single Malt Scotch?

This whisky offers a perfect introduction to peated Scotch. It delivers a refined smokiness with The Balvenie’s signature smoothness. Enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to open up the aromas and flavours. The balanced smokiness makes it an excellent choice for those who enjoy peated whiskies but prefer a milder smoke profile.

Why is The Balvenie renowned among Scotch whisky lovers?

The Balvenie is one of the few distilleries that still grows its own barley, malts on-site, and uses a cooperage. Additionally, it’s known for cask finishing; especially in rum, sherry, and port barrels. This approach creates rich, layered single malts with honeyed and fruity notes.

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