Balvenie 18 years old Pedro Ximénez Cask - 70cl

The Balvenie 18 Years Pedro Ximénez Cask is a prestigious single malt Scotch whisky from the Speyside region, originally launched exclusively for the Travel Retail market (airport duty-free shops). This expression is renowned for its double maturation process, combining the distillery's traditional smoothness with the rich depth of Spanish sherry.The Maturation ProcessInitial Aging: The whisky matures predominantly in traditional American oak ex-bourbon casks.Finishing: It is transferred to pipes that previously held Pedro Ximénez (PX) wine, one of the sweetest and densest sherry styles in the world.Profile and Tasting NotesBottled at 48.7% ABV and non-chill filtered, it offers a complex and full-bodied profile:Nose: Floral notes of lavender combined with the fruity sweetness of raisins, currants, and a subtle hint of clove.Palate: Oily and creamy texture. It reveals flavors of dried figs, tangerine, grape skin, and dark chocolate, balanced by The Balvenie's signature honey note.Finish: Long, warm, and lingering, with nuances of spiced oak and sweet caramel.Would you like to find out where to buy this bottle, compare it with the 15-Year-Old Sherry Cask expression, or get food pairing suggestions?