THE BALVENIE 16 Year Old French Oak Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70cl 47.6%

The Balvenie 16 Year Old French Oak is a vibrant, elegant and beautifully layered Speyside single malt inspired by the flavours of French Pineau des Charentes. Matured in traditional American oak casks before being finished in casks previously holding Pineau, this release showcases a refined interplay of Balvenie’s signature honeyed richness with bright, zesty fruit notes brought by the French oak influence. Bottled at 47.6% and crafted with the distillery’s renowned dedication to traditional methods — including floor malting and in-house coopering — this expression delivers a uniquely refreshing and luxurious twist on classic Balvenie character.

Country: Scotland

Region: Speyside

Distillery: Balvenie Distillery, Dufftown

Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Age: 16 Year Old

ABV: 47.6%

Maturation: Matured in traditional American oak whisky casks for 16 years, then finished in French oak Pineau des Charentes casks.

Size: 70cl

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Bright and aromatic with notes of candied citrus, fresh orchard fruits and vanilla blossom. Honeyed malt, floral sweetness and hints of brioche mingle with the gentle influence of French oak.

Palate: Silky and expressive. Flavours of lemon meringue, honeycomb, pear tart and creamy vanilla develop alongside subtle toasted oak, white grapes and sweet spice. The Pineau finish enhances the whisky’s natural vibrancy and adds elegant fruit brightness.

Finish: Long, refreshing and delicately spiced. Lingering notes of citrus zest, honeyed malt, oak warmth and light floral sweetness create a refined and uplifting finale.

About the Distillery:

Founded in 1892 by William Grant in Dufftown, Balvenie Distillery is renowned for its dedication to traditional craftsmanship, maintaining practices that are now rare in the Scotch whisky industry. The distillery grows a portion of its own barley, operates traditional floor maltings, employs a team of in-house coopers and houses its own coppersmiths — ensuring quality and character at every stage of production. Balvenie whiskies are celebrated for their rich, honeyed sweetness, elegant spice and gentle complexity, with a focus on craftsmanship that makes the distillery one of Speyside’s most respected and beloved names.

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