The third chapter in The Balvenie Stories collection, the 14 Year Old Curious Cask is the product of a close collaboration between Malt Master Kelsey McKechnie and sample coordinator George Paterson. Fourteen years in hand-selected American bourbon barrels have drawn out a generous palate of vanilla, toffee, honey and ripe orchard fruits, with subtle spice woven throughout. Bottled at 47.8% ABV from a distillery that still grows its own barley — a detail that says everything about Balvenie’s commitment to craft. Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky. 70cl.