Balvenie Madeira Cask is a lively, summery single malt finished in casks that previously held Madeira wine. In historical times, ships sailed around the New World laden with casks of Madeira wine. Throughout their voyage, the casks were exposed to the heat of the sun, naturally sweetening the wine inside. The Balvenie 18 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask is a cheerful, summery single malt whisky finished in casks that previously held Pedro Ximénez sherry. It matures in two distinct casks: The first cask is traditional American oak whisky casks, which soften the maturing spirit and impart warm layers of honey and vanilla. The second cask, finished in Pedro Ximénez casks, creates a fusion of sweet lavender, mandarin, fig, and subtle clove.