Still expertly selected by David Stewart, eighteen of the finest casks from The Balvenie warehouses went into Tun 1509 Batch #8. Some were refill sherry butts – others classic ex-bourbon barrels. As always they were married together one of the large oak marrying vessel that sit in Warehouse 24.The Balvenie Tun 1509, An exceptional Single Malt, result of the selection of the Cellar Master of 29 barrels, These 29 whiskies were all aged at least 21 years old.

Tasting notes

Nose: Dark chocolate with vanilla cream at its core

Palate: Big palate with dark fruits  and smoky embers

Finish: Smoke persists on the long finish