Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask is a luxuriously smooth and rich single malt Scotch whisky, initially aged in traditional oak barrels before being finished in ex-rum casks from the Caribbean. This unique maturation process infuses the whisky with tropical fruit, toffee, and warm spice notes, creating a beautiful balance of malt sweetness and rich oak complexity. Available at Whiskey Caviar.
Tasting Notes
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Color: Deep golden amber.
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Nose: Aromas of honey, toffee, ripe banana, and vanilla, with hints of tropical fruit and oak spice.
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Palate: Silky and well-rounded, featuring flavors of caramelized brown sugar, coconut, citrus zest, and warm spice, balanced by a creamy malt sweetness.
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Finish: Long and smooth, with lingering notes of vanilla, oak spice, and subtle tropical fruit.
Vital Stats
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Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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Region: Speyside, Scotland
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Cask Type: Aged in American oak barrels, finished in Caribbean rum casks
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Aging: 14 Years
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ABV: 43%
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Bottle Size: 750 mL
Ideal For
Balvenie 14 Year Caribbean Cask is perfect for whisky lovers who enjoy a balance of sweet, tropical flavors with classic Scotch richness. Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water, it also pairs beautifully with caramelized desserts, tropical fruit, and fine cigars.
FAQ
Q: How does the Caribbean Cask finish affect the flavor?
A: The rum cask finishing adds rich toffee, tropical fruit, and subtle spice to the whisky’s natural malt sweetness.
Q: Is this whisky smoky or peated?
A: No, Balvenie 14 Caribbean Cask is unpeated, focusing on sweet, smooth, and fruity flavors.
Q: What’s the best way to drink Balvenie 14 Caribbean Cask?
A: Best served neat in a Glencairn glass, though a few drops of water can enhance its tropical notes.
