Cask No. 26.228

Harmoniously balanced

$180

Cask No. 26.228 Harmoniously Balanced is a 14-year-old Highland single cask that spent its entire life in a refill ex-bourbon hogshead. We are excited to offer a distillate so revered that’s been aged in a relatively inactive cask, allowing that distillery character to shine through. Here we have a synthesis of flowers, fruits and honeysuckle all gliding along on that trademark texture. A truly harmonious dram for your sipping pleasure.

  • Flavour Profile:
    Juicy Oak & Vanilla
  • Age:
    14 years
  • Region:
    Highland, Northern
  • Cask:
    Refill hogshead
  • ABV:
    54.7%
  • Distilled Date:
    November 2, 2010
  • USA Allocation:
    72
  • VOL:
    700mL

Tasting Panel Notes

An elegant floral aroma of roses, violets and jasmine next to the powerful – yet delicate, sweet and fruity – scent of blossoming honeysuckle turned this into a fascinating olfactory experience. On the palate we took a sip from an old-fashioned lemonade and a bite from a slice of honeydew melon before finishing with the crunchy texture from a bowl of tropical fruit granola. Adding water brought forward a whole new dimension, delivering creamy, aromatic heather honey and tepache, a refreshing drink made from pineapple peels and brown sugar. The taste reminded some of us of a soothing cup of chamomile mint blossom tea served with malted buttermilk biscuits and spiced orange marmalade.

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