The Balvenie, Carribean Cask, Aged 14 years
Regular price £74.00Cheese Lady Recommends
About the Whisky
A beautifully smooth and indulgent Speyside single malt, The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 Year Old brings together the elegance of traditional Scotch whisky with the warmth and sweetness of Caribbean rum.
Matured for 14 years in traditional oak whisky casks, it is then finished in casks that previously held Caribbean rum, adding wonderful layers of tropical fruit, vanilla and rich toffee.
On the nose, inviting aromas of creamy vanilla, sweet oak and ripe tropical fruits lead to a beautifully rounded palate. Notes of caramel, honey, mango and gentle spice unfold, complemented by the distillery's signature malty sweetness. The finish is long, warming and wonderfully smooth, with lingering hints of vanilla and soft oak.
A delightful whisky to savour slowly, particularly alongside mature farmhouse Cheddar, aged Gouda or rich blue cheeses, where its natural sweetness beautifully complements their savoury depth.
About the Distillery
The Balvenie is one of Scotland's most respected single malt distilleries, founded in 1892 by William Grant in Dufftown, in the heart of Speyside.
Renowned for its dedication to traditional craftsmanship, The Balvenie is one of the few Scottish distilleries that still grows some of its own barley, operates traditional floor maltings and employs its own team of coopers to maintain and prepare the casks.
The distillery's distinctive character is shaped by generations of expertise, particularly its pioneering approach to cask finishing, which introduces new layers of flavour while preserving the whisky's elegant Speyside style.
The result is a collection of beautifully balanced single malts that celebrate both tradition and thoughtful innovation.
70cl
43%
1% of every sale will be donated to the Mental Health Foundation via Work for Good
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DELIVERY
The delivery charge is worked out based on the postcode.
SCOTLAND
EH39-EH42 postcodes (Haddington, Gifford, Dunbar, North Berwick, East Linton, other areas within 5 mile radius of the shop): Orders over £40 - free delivery.
Other EH and FK1-16 post codes (East Lothian, Edinburgh, Fife) : Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ delivery is £4.50.
Central Scotland: Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ £5.50;
Northern Scotland and Highlands: £5.50 (2-5 day service). Please note, we recommend selecting Wednesday as your delivery day to allow enough time for the order to be delivered before the weekend (when courier depots are closed)
REST OF BRITAIN
England & Wales: Orders over £50 ‐ free delivery; orders under £50 ‐ £5.50.
London: Order over £50 ‐ free delivery; order under £50 ‐ £7.50.
Northern Ireland and Islands (Isle of Man, Scilly, Skye, Wight, Jersey, Guernsey): we currently do not ship to.
Most of the UK mainland gets a next day delivery service. However, certain areas of the UK get a longer service. Our shipping boxes are designed to be safe in transit for up to 48 hours (longer during the cold months).
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- an alternative delivery instruction, in case you’re not in to receive the order (such as “leave on porch, leave in a shed, leave with neighbour”)
- complete post code and mobile number (will be used for courier notifications)
SHIPPING INFORMATION
Our checkout system allows you to pick a date in the future to receive your delivery.
Our courier partners are APC Overnight.
Once your order is shipped you will receive tracking details. Because all orders are shipped via a third-party, you would need to contact the courier directly if you have any questions about your parcel. Their email address is depot175@apc-overnight.com
If you are buying cheeses for a special occasion, please allow an extra day or two for your cheeses to arrive, in case of unforeseen and uncontrollable circumstances.
During December and other peak periods, we may require additional days to process and deliver your order.
PACKAGING
We take great care in packaging and delivering your order.
- Cheeses are wrapped in specialist cheese paper that will allow them to breathe and not suffocate.
- Cheeses and condiments are then packaged in a cardboard box (reusable and recyclable) with an insulated foil pouch and ice packs to ensure the correct temperature is maintained for up to 48 hours (longer during the cold months).
GIFT MESSAGES
A personalised gift note can be included with all of our products at no extra charge.
