The Balvenie French Oak 16 Year Old single malt Scotch whisky is a vibrant, refreshing expression with warm honey notes that is finished in casks that previously held wine from the French Charentes vineyards.The Balvenie French Oak is first aged 16 years in American oak casks that bring an abundance of vanilla spice and warm honey notes before being finished in Pineau casks that create notes of energizing grapefruit, geranium, glazed fruit and ginger. Best enjoyed neat, on the rocks or with a splash of water. Handcrafted to be enjoyed responsibly.
Nose: Beautifully balanced light floral notes from lotus and geranium flowers dance between hints of fresh meadow grass and peeled apple skin.
Taste: An energizing zing from tangy lemon rind and grapefruit meet the delicate subtle sweetness of glazed fruits and spice from root ginger.
Finish: Refreshingly concise.