Balvenie 'The Creation Of A Classic' Single Malt Scotch

The Balvenie 2021 The Creation Of A Classic Single Malt Scotch Whisky narrates the story of David C. Stewart crafting the world's first original cask-finished single malt. Stewart introduced the cask finishing method in the 1980s after discovering that whisky finished in Oloroso sherry casks gained remarkable depth and layers of flavor. This innovation led to the launch of the first cask-finished single malt, The Balvenie Classic, in 1983.

Released in 2021 as part of Balvenie's esteemed Stories whisky range, The Balvenie The Creation of a Classic Single Malt Scotch pays homage to this pioneering technique. Initially matured in traditional American oak, this distinguished Scotch is then finished in meticulously selected Oloroso sherry casks. The nose reveals rich notes of vanilla, ginger, herbs, and cloves, while the palate offers a complex blend of syrup, sweet toffee brittle candies, and spiced oatmeal.