The Balvenie Stories French Pineau Cask Finish 18 Year Old Scotch Whisky

The Balvenie Stories French Pineau Cask Finish 18 Year Old Scotch Whisky

The Balvenie Stories French Pineau Cask Finish 18 Year Old
A Rare Tale of Time, Craft, and French Elegance

Step into the world of whisky storytelling with The Balvenie Stories French Pineau Cask Finish 18 Year Old — a remarkable expression born from curiosity and finished with finesse. This limited-edition release is part of The Balvenie’s “A Collection of Curious Casks,” where tradition meets innovation in the hands of visionary Malt Master Kelsey McKechnie and Sampling Lead George Paterson.

After maturing for a decade in ex-bourbon and European oak casks, the whisky is transferred into rare French Pineau des Charentes wine casks for an extraordinary 8-year finish — an unusually long second maturation that transforms the spirit into a symphony of refined complexity.

Tasting Notes: A Journey for the Senses

• Nose: Enchanting layers of velvety toffee, smouldering oak, and honeyed citrus, lifted by a whisper of floral musk.

• Palate: Silky and rich with candied orange peel, roasted malt, and deep vanilla, balanced by earthy warmth and spice.

• Finish: Luxuriously long and warming — a lingering elegance of sweet spice and wood-kissed fruit.

This rare 18-year-old release is now available at Royal Batch, your destination for collectible and premium whisky treasures. Whether you’re adding to your personal collection or gifting the connoisseur in your life, this bottle is a true celebration of craft and character