Balvenie Caribbean Cask Aged 14 Years Single Malt Scotch, 70cl

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This is an apparently relatively new addition to this distillery's standard range (I think since around 2010). It is a blend of 12 year old malts matured separately in ex-bourbon and ex-Oloroso casks, which are finished together for a further two years in ex-Carribean rum casks (the rum in the casks is itself a combination of select West Indian rums blended by Malt Master David Stewart). In a medium saucepan, add the granulated sugar and 1 cup water and bring to a simmer. Once the mixture is clear and all the sugar has dissolved, add the toasted coconut and allow to steep for 1 hour at room temperature. Finish2: Unfortunately I preferred it before, because that metallic note (rum?) hangs on, with some green lime. Still fairly light, but I think less balanced. (The earlier cocoa-exhale is now more like wheat bread.) When it comes to food pairings for Balvenie Caribbean Cask and Doublewood, the possibilities are endless. A great pairing will bring out the best in both the whisky and the food, creating an unbeatable taste experience. Dark chocolate Cake Plus, this is a marvelous summer porch or summer balcony scotch. I can only imagine how it must be selling in the Deep South, at least in the more affluent cities down there, such as Miami and Key West (yeah yeah, I know those are "real" Southern cities, okay, how about New Orleans, no? then how about Charleston or Nashville? Bingo! Actually, I happen to be partial to Ashville; it's quite a bit like Portland, culturally speaking . . . well, maybe cranked down a few notches on the "weird scale").

Balvenie 14 yrs Caribbean Cask's balance and taste are fairly good ones but the nose was too flat and the finish, though long enough, just didn't match my taste...so that's why this Balvenie was like watching After the Sunset. Getting excited every time the sweet Salma Hayek appears just to be died down by Pierce Brosnan's dry behaviour on screen. The nose needs some time and a bit of water to open, after which deliciously clean, fresh, vanilla- and citrus-infused malt emerges. A light milk chocolate note as well. Really gorgeous. Balance: very nice overall balance. Rum sweetness goes well to balance Balvenie citrus. Score: 22/25This whisky is in fairly good balance but it ends up being too flat, especially from the nose. With a finish nicely long, which just doesn’t match my taste. This Balvenie gives a warm feel of Caribbean, but not in the best way. It is like watching After the Sunset. Offers sweet spots like the beautiful scenery or appearings of Salma Hayek in the film – just to be died down by too much dryness, like Pierce Brosnan’s dry behavior on the silver screen. Holy spicy! Honey, sugar and caramel sweetness abound. Wow… With water, the fruit comes forward a lot. The spicy sweetness doesn't go ANYWHERE though. This whisky is seriously liquid dessert. The Balvenie 14 Caribbean Cask is bottled at 43%. A fairly unique whisky, it has spent atleast some time maturing in ex rum casks. How long is anyone’s guess, it isn’t mentioned on the bottle. This used to be a bit of a bargain in the UK, now not so much. Records the default button state of the corresponding category & the status of CCPA. It works only in coordination with the primary cookie. The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 year old single malt whisky has been matured in traditional oak whisky casks for 14 years, and then ‘finished’ in casks that previously held Caribbean rum.

Discover an exceptional single malt whisky that delivers the traditional smooth, honeyed character of The Balvenie expertly infused with notes of creamy toffee, ripe fruit and ending in a warm, lingering finish. The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 Year Old is a fantastic addition to your collection or a wonderful gift for any whisky enthusiast, available in a 70cl bottle ready for gifting. People talk about how volatile rum finishes can be. Personally I’m a huge fan, although I’ve only ever tried a handful of rum-finished whiskies. So far I’ve liked them all, to varying degrees. Tonight we’ve got Balvenie’s Caribbean Cask, a 14 year old that’s been finished in rum barrels (obviously). Sounds good to me. I first tasted The Balvenie Caribbean Cask at a Scotch tasting along with five other finished whiskeys. The Balvenie was one of my two favorites of the night and I wound up buying both shortly thereafter. In Scotchland (see what I did there?), The Balvenie Caribbean Cask is a standout and absolutely earns a Bottle rating. BRAND NOTES Strain the shredded coconut using a fine mesh trainer. Store for up to one month in the refrigerator.

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Nose: Initially I’m getting a lot of fruit, plums, raisins, bananas, oranges, sultanas and sour apple. There is a decent amount of oak floating around. As well as an off putting varnish type aroma, which I always seem to notice in rum. With water some light floral notes appear. As it continues to open up the sweeter vanilla and caramel show up but I still found this to a more fruit heavy bouquet. I would call The Caribbean offering by Balvenie more or less an "accent bottle." In my cabinet, I tend to keep four scotch bottles open: one sherry cask, one smoky-peaty, one savory, and an accent.

Like the nose, the sweetness takes a bit of time to really arrive in the mouth. Unlike the nose, water detracts somewhat here. But you get the same juicy, well-balanced maltiness, uncluttered by any peat or sherry or even rum, for that matter. It spreads across the tongue in stages, becoming increasingly sweet and then increasingly dry as the oak takes hold. This is not a fruity Speyside by any means. It reminds me more than anything of the fifteen year old Single Barrel Balvenie from years ago, and that is a very good thing.The finish is long and rather subtle, dry but not bitter. Occasionally I notice a hint of something like ginger as it fades. Maintains a solid grip on the mouth.

Dissapointing but far from unpleasant. Rum comes to the forefront with plum and vanilla. It continues to linger on the tongue for a short while but overall its just too short. Short and sweet. In conclusion, though the palate and nose are prettt wonderful, the finish really lets this whisky down, its just too watery. I believe this whisky would have really benefitted from a small increase in abv. Other than that I would love to have better access to more unique whisky like this but prices for anything a little special seem to climb higher and higher. Sherry sweetness mixed with oak, honey and vanilla with mild nutmeg and cinnamon spice at the end. Bits of dried fruit and nuts. Not as complex as I expected. Medium body. The Balvenie Doublewood 12 was my introduction to the world of whisky – so it will always hold a special place in my heart. Plus, its versatility makes it an excellent choice for almost any occasion or celebration — ranging from casual drinking nights with friends to intimate dinner parties. The sweet, fruity notes of Balvenie 14 Caribbean Cask make it an ideal companion for desserts such as dark chocolate cake, or crème brûlée – all of which will bring out its subtle nuttiness and fragrant spices. crème brûléePalate: This is more like it. Some very sophisticated baking spices lead us gently into a gentle sweetness. Cinnamon, nutmeg, malt, dates, white pepper, vanilla pudding, curdled milk, cereal, and some caramel. Evenly spread the shredded coconut on a rimmed baking sheet and toast in the oven until golden brown, stirring halfway through, about 5 to 7 minutes.