Balvenie Tun 1509 #4 Speyside Single Malt 51.7% 700ml

Released in the US in the fall of 2017, this is the fourth batch of Tun 1509. It is comprised of 23 casks of single malt in total: 13 traditional ex-bourbon casks and 10 sherry butts. These single malt whiskies were dumped in a tun to marry for several months. 1,000 bottles will be available in the US. Bottled at 51.7% ABV.

Tasting Note

Nose: Spiced fruit chutney, caramelised apple, sponge cake with honey.

Palate: Oat biscuits with a drizzle of melted dark chocolate, black pepper, herbaceous oak and buttery shortcrust pastry.

Finish: Ginger snaps, Maltesers, fried dough and new leather.

ABV: 51.7%

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