Kininvie distillery, founded in 1990, is a relatively young distillery in Scotland, located on the grounds of the Balvenie distillery and owned by William Grant & Sons. Although initially not intended to produce a standalone malt for the market, the limited whisky releases from Kininvie have gained considerable popularity over the years. The distillery shares mash tuns and washbacks with the Balvenie distillery.
The Kininvie 23-year-old Scotch is the first new Speyside single malt from the Grant family since The Balvenie. It spent its aging period in a combination of former bourbon hogsheads (80%) and sherry butts (20%). Each 350ml bottle is individually numbered and hand-signed, making it a collector's item.
This whisky offers a soft and mellow texture with a luxurious silky mouthfeel. The 23 years of maturation result in rich vanilla oakiness, providing incredible depth of flavor and sweetness. Woody spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves are layered with zesty citrus and candied orange peel, creating a complex yet harmonious profile.
Kininvie distillery is not widely known, and its first bottling was released in 2006 under the name Hazelwood. The distillery's founder and owner is William Grant & Sons, making Kininvie the sibling of Glenfiddich and Balvenie. Most of the production goes into blended whisky Grants and blended malt whisky Monkey Shoulder, so a single malt from Kininvie of this age is a rare find.
Tasting this whisky reveals a silky texture and a complex flavor experience, with notes of rich caramel, dark chocolate, and a hint of spices that slowly develop on the tongue. The finish is long-lasting and satisfying, with a delicate balance between sweetness and spiciness that leaves a lasting impression.
The Kininvie 23-year-old is released in small batches and was available in limited quantities. Each bottle is housed in 350ml bottles featuring the batch number and year of distillation. This scarce 1990 release contains malt whisky from the very first distillation, matured in a mix of American hogsheads and sherry casks.
This whisky is unique due to its limited release, the combination of bourbon and sherry casks used for maturation, and its rarity as a standalone single malt from Kininvie, a distillery primarily producing for blends.
Each 350ml bottle is individually numbered and hand-signed, featuring the batch number and year of distillation.
The primary flavors include rich vanilla oakiness, woody spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, along with zesty citrus and candied orange peel.
Overall: The Kininvie 23-year-old offers a luxurious and silky texture with a complex flavor profile. The interplay of rich caramel, dark chocolate, and spices creates a delightful experience, while the finish provides a delicate balance between sweetness and spiciness that leaves a lasting impression.
The Kininvie 23-year-old Hogsheads & Sherry Butts 42.6% 350ml is a remarkable addition to any whisky collection. Its complex flavors, luxurious texture, and limited availability make it a standout. The extended maturation period in both bourbon and sherry casks has imparted a depth of character that is both rich and satisfying. While it may come at a premium price, the unique experience it offers is well worth the investment for any whisky aficionado.
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