The Balvenie 18 Year Old Pedro Ximenez Cask Scotch Whisky 750mL
The Balvenie 18 Year Old Pedro Ximenez Cask Scotch Whisky 750mL
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The Balvenie 18 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Scotch Whisky 750mL is a rich and indulgent single malt that beautifully showcases The Balvenie’s mastery of cask finishing. Created by Malt Master David C. Stewart MBE, this exceptional Speyside whisky is aged in traditional oak casks before being finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks—the sweetest and richest style of sherry from Spain’s Jerez region.
The result is a whisky of extraordinary depth, marrying The Balvenie’s signature honeyed smoothness with the decadent sweetness of sherry. Bottled at 43% ABV, The Balvenie 18 Year Old PX Cask delivers luxurious layers of dried fruit, toffee, spice, and chocolate, making it a must-have for collectors and connoisseurs who appreciate refined, dessert-like single malts.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Aromas of honey, raisin, fig, and rich oak with subtle notes of cocoa and spice.
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Palate: Velvety and full-bodied with flavors of toffee, dark chocolate, dried fruit, and sweet sherry balanced by malt and oak warmth.
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Finish: Long and elegant with lingering sweetness, spice, and hints of caramelized sugar.
FAQs
Q: What makes The Balvenie 18 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask special?
A: It’s finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, which add luxurious sweetness, rich fruit, and dark chocolate notes to The Balvenie’s classic honeyed base.
Q: How long is it aged?
A: Matured for 18 years, combining long aging in oak with an extended sherry-cask finishing period for depth and balance.
Q: What is the alcohol content?
A: Bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof) for a rich yet smooth drinking experience.
Q: How does this differ from the DoubleWood or PortWood expressions?
A: The PX Cask offers deeper sweetness and darker fruit character than the DoubleWood, with more richness and spice than the PortWood finish.
Q: Is this a limited edition?
A: Yes—part of The Balvenie Cask Finishes Collection, produced in limited quantities and highly sought after by collectors.
Q: How should I enjoy The Balvenie 18 Year Old PX Cask?
A: Best savored neat or with a few drops of water to open its complex layers of sherry, oak, and honey.