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speysideAmerican oak ex-bourbon, then Caribbean rum casks

The Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask

43% ABV£6521.6p/ml

Tasting notes

Caribbean rum-cask finish gives this a tropical, dessert-like profile. The best-value expression in the core range — punches above the 12.

Nose

Toffee, vanilla, and a clear note of brown sugar and tropical fruit from the rum casks.

Palate

Sweet and tropical — banana, mango, vanilla, with the underlying Balvenie honeyed character intact.

Finish

Medium-long, sweet, with a faint dryness as the rum spice fades.

Distillery
The Balvenie
Region
speyside
ABV
43%
Cask
American oak ex-bourbon, then Caribbean rum casks
Price
£65
Owner
William Grant & Sons
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About The Balvenie

Sister distillery to Glenfiddich and one of very few still maintaining its own floor maltings. Known for honeyed, slightly waxy, sherry-influenced spirit.

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Frequently asked questions

What does The Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask taste like?

Caribbean rum-cask finish gives this a tropical, dessert-like profile. The best-value expression in the core range — punches above the 12.

How much does The Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask cost?

The Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask is typically priced at around £65 in the UK.

What is the ABV of The Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask?

The Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask is bottled at 43% ABV.

What cask is The Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask matured in?

The Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask is matured in American oak ex-bourbon, then Caribbean rum casks casks.