The Balvenie French Oak 16 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 700 ml

Indulge in the elegant and finely crafted The Balvenie French Oak 16 Year Old, a distinguished Speyside single malt Scotch whisky. Aged for 16 years in American oak barrels and artfully finished in French Pineau des Charentes casks, this expression delivers a bright, fruity, and floral profile that celebrates refinement and innovation. 

Tasting Experience

• Nose: Light floral aromas featuring lotus, geranium, meadow grass, and peeled apple skin.

• Palate: Energizing grapefruit and lemon rind mingle with glazed fruits and spicy ginger. 

• Finish: A refreshingly concise and clean finish.

According to The Whiskey Wash, the whisky presents a very light golden appearance, "almost Pinot Gris-like," with strong strawberry notes, citrus, wildflower honey, and grass on the nose. The palate adds honeyed spice, grapefruit bitterness, and subtle cool smoke. 

Key Features

Why Choose This Expression

The Balvenie’s unique use of Pineau des Charentes casks brings a fresh, wine-inspired complexity to single malt. Malt Master David C. Stewart’s exploration captures a sophisticated fusion of honeyed sweetness, citrus lift, and floral nuance. A refined alternative for those seeking elegance over heaviness. 

Recommended for

• Scotch connoisseurs appreciating delicate and fruit-forward profiles

• Elegant gifts for whisky lovers

• Enjoyment neat or with a single ice cube (avoid over-dilution to protect the finesse of flavors)