The Balvenie 14 Year Old The Week of Peat Single Malt Scotch Whisky 750mL is a rare and distinctive expression from The Balvenie Stories Collection, crafted to celebrate the one week each year when the distillery turns to peated barley. Overseen by Malt Master David C. Stewart MBE and Distillery Manager Ian Millar, this whisky tells the story of innovation within tradition—melding The Balvenie’s signature honeyed sweetness with the subtle smokiness of Highland peat.

Aged for 14 years in American oak barrels and bottled at 48.3% ABV, The Week of Peat captures a perfect balance of smooth Speyside character and soft, lingering smoke. The result is an approachable yet complex whisky that offers a new dimension to The Balvenie’s renowned craftsmanship—ideal for both peat lovers and Speyside purists.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Gentle smoke with notes of honey, vanilla, and citrus layered over oak and floral malt.

• Palate: Creamy and balanced with flavors of toffee, fruit, and peat smoke intertwined with sweet malt and spice.

• Finish: Long and warming with lingering smoke, honey, and oak.

FAQs

Q: What is The Balvenie 14 Year Old The Week of Peat?
A: It’s a limited-edition single malt made during the one week each year when The Balvenie uses peated malted barley, adding soft smoke to its signature Speyside sweetness.

Q: How long is it aged?
A: Matured for 14 years in American oak casks, enhancing its smooth texture and balanced flavor profile.

Q: What is the ABV?
A: Bottled at 48.3% ABV (96.6 proof), offering depth and richness while maintaining elegance.

Q: How smoky is it?
A: The peat is gentle and balanced, complementing rather than overpowering The Balvenie’s honeyed, malty character—less smoky than most Islay whiskies.

Q: Is this a limited release?
A: Yes—The Week of Peat is part of The Balvenie Stories Collection, produced in limited annual quantities.

Q: How should I enjoy The Week of Peat?
A: Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to unlock its honeyed sweetness and soft smoke.