Best Balvenie Tun 1509 Batch 8 Scotch Whiskey 750ml
€458.00
Balvenie Tun 1509 Batch 8 Scotch Whiskey 750ml
Balvenie Tun 1509 Batch 8 is a single malt Scotch whiskey aged in ex-bourbon barrels, second-fill sherry butts, refill puncheons and new sherry butts. This whiskey has been brought together in a traditional marrying tun for three months, resulting in a remarkably rich and intense flavor.
At 104.4 proof or 52.2% ABV, this whiskey is not for the faint of heart. It has a translucent ochre appearance with many droplets at the top of the swirl and a few thin legs running down. Fresh hay and alfalfa lead off on the nose with a warm and grassy sweetness and a touch of soapiness.
The finish is punchy with graphite notes and sharp thyme notes, with lingering rosemary elements. This is one of the more herbaceous Tun 1509 releases but also one of the most expressive. If you like your Balvenie big and bold, this is the whiskey for you.
Balvenie Tun 1509 Batch 8 is available in limited quantities for $410. This whiskey is a marriage as complex as it could be, presided over by Malt Master David Stewart MBE. To create this eighth and final batch of the Balvenie Tun 1509, David hand-selected 18 of the finest casks in Balvenie’s stocks.
In conclusion, Balvenie Tun 1509 Batch 8 is a whiskey not for the faint of heart. It has a complex flavor profile is intense and rich, making it perfect for those who like their whiskey big and bold. With limited availability and hand-selected casks, this whiskey is a must-try for enthusiasts.
