Balmenach 2013/2026 - 12 y.o. - Bourbon Barrel - Murray McDavid

Volume: 0.7 liters | Alcohol content: 57.3% | Not chill-filtered | No coloring

Balmenach 2013/2026 - 12 y.o. - Bourbon Barrel - Murray McDavid

Special features: The Balmenach 2013/2026 is a 12-year-old whisky from Scotland that has matured in first-fill bourbon casks. This bottling is offered by Murray McDavid in gift packaging and is part of the Benchmark series. With an alcohol content of 57.3%, it is not smoky and provides a top-notch tasting experience through the use of high-quality casks. This bottling is also not chill-filtered, which helps preserve the flavors.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: On the nose, the whisky presents aromas of vanilla pod and creamy vanilla sauce, complemented by roasted barley malt and light biscuit notes.
• Palate: On the palate, sweet notes of buttery toffee and honeycomb unfold, while complex undertones of dark fruits, roasted oak, and nuts, along with a subtle woody spice, round out the tasting experience.
• Finish: The finish is smooth and rounded, characterized by warming vanilla notes that linger.

Distillery/Bottler: Murray McDavid, founded in 1996, is based in the former Coleburn Distillery in Speyside. The Balmenach distillery was established in 1824 and represents traditional manufacturing processes combined with innovative finishing methods. The whiskies from Murray McDavid often mature in previously used casks, allowing them to develop unique flavor profiles.

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