Caribbean Cask has been matured in traditional oak whisky casks for 14 years, after which fineshed in casks that in the past held Caribbean rum.To create the suitable finish Malt Master David Stewart, filled American oak casks together with his own blend of make a choice West Indian rums.When he judged the casks to be able, the rum was once replaced with the 14 year old spirit and the wood was once put to work adding the final touches.The result is an outstanding single malt whisky with the traditional smooth, honeyed character of The Balvenie, married with notes of toffee and a hint of fruit, with a warm, lingering finish.Wealthy, sweet and creamy toffee at the nose combines with fresh fruit notes.Rounded with vanilla and sweet oak notes, with a fruity character that develops with time.
Wealthy, sweet and creamy toffee at the nose combines with fresh fruit notes
Rounded with vanilla and sweet oak notes, with fruity character that develops with time
Soft and lingering finish
It has been matured for 14 years in traditional oak casks before being transferred to Caribbean rum casks to impart some extra flavour