The Balvenie Single Barrel 15 Year

It smells herbal and a little bitter at the back of my throat. It tastes light and finishes a little more bitter than it smells, which is nice. It’s not too spicy and maybe a little salty.

Slightly fruity, light smell. Rich, warm, woody flavor. Nice fire in the belly. Slightly bitter aftertaste.

Sweet and subtle honey with a bright citrusy pop toward the back. Lays on the palette afterward but doesn’t coat like syrup.

Nose: fruity with a hint of oak. A light but refreshing citrus Taste: more and more fruit, some vanilla (once a few drops of water was added), back end with some oak and almost a brown sugar. Smooth and a great sipper to cap off the end of a day. My second favorite Balvenie to only the peat week.