The Balvenie
7.6

The Balvenie

17 Years Old Rum Cask

ABV 46%

Poised and balanced.

Dave Broom

Specification

The Balvenie

Brand

17 Years Old Rum Cask

Expression

Single Malt

Type

17

Age (Years)

46%

ABV

Scotland

Region/Country

Standard (Distillery or blended)

Bottling Type

Tasting Notes

Dave Broom

Taster

Nose: Gentle and soft with light citric notes, some runny acacia honey,mango and a delicate spiciness.

Palate: As with the nose,soft fruits, white chocolate and fruit salad. Gentle but balanced.

Finish: Soft and clean.

Comment: Poised and balanced.

Score: 7.6

Rob Allanson

Taster

Nose: Sugar cane and spices create a wonderful soft nose. A little orange lift with exotic fruit.

Palate: Soft and delicate with hints of melon, mango and almost ripe pear.

Finish: Gentle,leaving a rum-like note.

Comment: An interesting finish for Balvenie.

Score: 7.7

7.6
Overall Score

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