The The Balvenie Peat Week Aged 14 Years (2002 Vintage), according to those behind it, was conceptualized by The Balvenie’s Malt Master David Stewart MBE and Ian Millar, former distillery manager back in 2001/2002. Since this pioneering moment, the distillery has dedicated one week each year, aptly named Peat Week, to using only peated barley in its production, to craft a different style of The Balvenie liquid with enhanced smoky notes.
“Being able to experiment with different elements of whisky making and stock management is one of the most exciting and important parts of my job,” said Stewart in a prepared statement. “The new Peat Week bottling is a result of our continued efforts to innovate and trial flavors not typically associated with The Balvenie. The expression is testament to the freedom we enjoy as a family company, and shows The Balvenie in an unexpected way, yet still remaining true to the distillery style our drinkers enjoy.”
Plans call for The Balvenie Peat Week Aged 14 Years (2002 Vintage) whisky to price around $99. You’ll find official tasting notes below from the distillery.
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- Nose: Gentle sweet peat smoke with some lighter floral notes and delicate butterscotch honey.
- Taste: Velvety and round to taste with the peat smoke balancing citrus flavours, oaky vanilla and blossom honey.
- Finish: Gentle smoke with a lingering and creamy vanilla sweetness.
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