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The Balvenie 16 Year Old
The Balvenie French Oak 16 Year Old is a vibrant Single Malt Scotch Whisky finished in casks that previously held wine from the French Charentes vineyards. Maturation in American oak casks brings an abundance of vanilla spice and warm honey notes. After 16 years it is finished in Pineau casks to bring energizing grapefruit, geranium, glazed fruit and ginger.
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Part of the William Grant and Sons family of brands.
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Nose: The nose offers a combination of light floral notes, citrus, and honey, with hints of fresh meadow grass and apple skin.
Palate: An energizing zing from tangy lemon rind and grapefruit meet the delicate subtle sweetness of glazed fruits and spice from root ginger.
Finish: The finish is refreshing, with citrus and honey notes, sometimes with a touch of honeydew melon.
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The Macallan 18 Year Old Double Cask
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Part of the Edrington Group family of brands.
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Nose: Dried fruit, ginger and toffee. Rich orange with hints of clove and nutmeg.
Palate: Rich raisin and sultana with notes of caramel, vanilla and ginger, balanced by wood spice and zesty citrus.
Finish: Warm oak spice with ginger, turning to sweet orange.
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