The Balvenie Tun 1509 Batch 8 is a single malt whisky with an ABV of 52.2% and a volume of 700ml. Bottled in 2021, this expression is the final installment in the prestigious Tun 1509 series by The Balvenie, a renowned distillery from the Speyside region. This whisky is a testament to Malt Master David Stewart MBE's expertise in marrying rare casks. Crafted from a careful selection of 18 casks, including four ex-bourbon barrels, six second-fill sherry butts, five refill puncheons, and three first-fill sherry butts, this whisky has spent three months maturing in a traditional marrying tun. On the nose, this whisky emanates aromas of freshly-baked lemon tarts, homemade marmalade, maple syrup, and sweet marzipan. The palate is rich and decadent, offering notes of toffee, creamy vanilla, wild honey, toasted oak, crystalized ginger, and cinnamon. The finish begins with a sweetness from expertly toasted oak, which then reveals a candied ginger and spice finish. The Balvenie Tun 1509 Batch 8 is not chill-filtered and is presented at its natural cask strength, maintaining the purity and complexity of its flavors. This batch is a follow-up to the successful Tun 1401 series and stands as the final batch in the Tun 1509 series, marking a significant milestone for The Balvenie distillery. The marriage of 18 different casks, including American oak barrels, sherry refill butts, sherry butts, and American oak puncheons, has resulted in a complex and sensational whisky. This final hurrah from Malt Master David Stewart MBE features notes of home-made baking such as baked lemon tart, orange marmalade, sweet maple syrup, and a certain nuttiness. The palate is rich with decadent notes of toffee, dried spices, toasted oak, and buttery vanilla. The finish lingers wonderfully long with notes of freshly planed oak.
This batch is the final installment in the prestigious Tun 1509 series and showcases Malt Master David Stewart MBE's expertise in marrying rare casks. It is crafted from a selection of 18 casks and is free from chill filtration, presented at its natural cask strength.
A total of 18 casks were used, including four ex-bourbon barrels, six second-fill sherry butts, five refill puncheons, and three first-fill sherry butts.
The main flavor notes include a rich and decadent blend of toffee, creamy vanilla, wild honey, toasted oak, crystalized ginger, and cinnamon, with a lasting finish of candied ginger and spice.
The Balvenie Tun 1509 Batch 8 is a masterpiece that beautifully encapsulates the expertise and artistry of Malt Master David Stewart MBE. With its complex aroma, rich and decadent palate, and wonderfully long finish, this whisky is a fitting finale to the Tun 1509 series. It offers a harmonious blend of flavors and stands as a testament to the craftsmanship of The Balvenie distillery.
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