Balvenie PortWood 21 Year Scotch Whisky
Balvenie PortWood 21 Year is quite a lot of Scotch quality for not so much money. With some 18 year Scotch whisky well over $100 a bottle, and 21 years around $200 in some cases, Balvenie 21 can be found for around $125. Only a few years ago, I found it for $76--maybe there are some bottles still at that price.
Review
Medium amber color. Strong aromas of honey, faint peat, almonds, and lemon custard. Reserved at first, then opens steadily into a very full mouthfeel but not overwhelming in body. Light honey, dried apples and light to medium peat are next with a pungent and sophisticated grain/malt backdrop. Some spearmint and menthol notes peek out, along with some pleasant heat and oak on the end. Tails with prickly spice and a long finish. A very refined single malt. Tasted 6/18/2008.
| Brand | The Balvenie Distillery Company |
| Country | Scotland |
| Flavors | Smoky |
| Retail Price | $130 / 750 ml |
| Proof | 80 (40%) |
Flavor Profile
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- Balvenie Single Barrel 15 Year Scotch Whisky
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Ingredients from the same brand
- Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Scotch Whisky
- Balvenie Founder's Reserve 10 Year Scotch Whisky
- Balvenie Single Barrel 15 Year Scotch Whisky