The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 750ml
The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 Year Old is a rum cask finished single malt devised by Malt Master David C. Stewart MBE, who filled American oak casks with his own blend of select West Indian rums, then replaced the rum with 14 year old Balvenie once the casks reached readiness. Matured first in traditional ex-bourbon oak for 14 years before this extended rum cask finishing, the whisky brings a distinctly tropical twist to Balvenie's classic Speyside profile.
Bottled at 43% ABV, the nose brings rich, sweet, creamy toffee combined with fresh fruit notes, sweet spice, and crème brûlée-like caramelized sugar. The palate is rounded with vanilla and sweet oak, developing tropical character over time with pineapple, mango, and papaya alongside honey and brown sugar sweetness. The finish is soft and lingering, closing with orange, tropical fruit, and a touch of dark chocolate.
Winner of Gold at the 2014 International Spirits Challenge and Silver Outstanding at the 2014 International Wine & Spirit Competition, this expression is known for converting bourbon drinkers to Scotch thanks to its approachable, dessert-like sweetness, making it a strong pick for both single malt fans and bourbon enthusiasts looking to cross over.
The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 Year Old is a rum cask finished single malt devised by Malt Master David C. Stewart MBE, who filled American oak casks with his own blend of select West Indian rums, then replaced the rum with 14 year old Balvenie once the casks reached readiness. Matured first in traditional ex-bourbon oak for 14 years before this extended rum cask finishing, the whisky brings a distinctly tropical twist to Balvenie's classic Speyside profile.
Bottled at 43% ABV, the nose brings rich, sweet, creamy toffee combined with fresh fruit notes, sweet spice, and crème brûlée-like caramelized sugar. The palate is rounded with vanilla and sweet oak, developing tropical character over time with pineapple, mango, and papaya alongside honey and brown sugar sweetness. The finish is soft and lingering, closing with orange, tropical fruit, and a touch of dark chocolate.
Winner of Gold at the 2014 International Spirits Challenge and Silver Outstanding at the 2014 International Wine & Spirit Competition, this expression is known for converting bourbon drinkers to Scotch thanks to its approachable, dessert-like sweetness, making it a strong pick for both single malt fans and bourbon enthusiasts looking to cross over.
