Balvenie 25 Year Old Single Barrel 70cl, 47.8%

Description

Balvenie 25 Year Old Single Barrel 1989–2015 Bottle No.43 is a rare and elegant Speyside single malt Scotch whisky produced at the renowned Balvenie Distillery in Dufftown, Scotland. This exceptional whisky was distilled on 21 February 1989 and bottled on 6 February 2015, after an impressive 25 years of maturation.

As part of Balvenie’s Single Barrel series, this expression is drawn from one individual cask, allowing the whisky to showcase the unique character developed during its long maturation. Unlike multi-cask releases, single barrel whiskies highlight the distinct influence of a single cask on the spirit.

Over its 25 years of ageing, the whisky developed remarkable depth and complexity while preserving Balvenie’s signature honeyed Speyside character. The extended interaction with oak introduces layers of vanilla, dried fruit, caramel, and gentle spice.

Bottled at 47.8% ABV, this expression delivers a fuller body and richer flavour profile, enhancing the whisky’s natural complexity.

The result is a sophisticated single malt with flavours of honey, dried fruits, vanilla, toasted oak, and warming spice.

Why Choose Balvenie 25 Year Old Single Barrel 1989–2015?

This whisky represents the individuality of a single cask release, offering a flavour profile that reflects the character of one specific barrel.

The 25-year maturation combined with the higher bottling strength of 47.8% ABV delivers exceptional depth, richness, and complexity.

Ideal For.

This whisky is ideal for Balvenie collectors, single cask whisky enthusiasts, and lovers of well-aged Speyside single malts who appreciate rare and limited releases.

Product Details

Product Name: Balvenie 25 Year Old Single Barrel 1989–2015
Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Balvenie Distillery
Region: Speyside, Scotland

Distilled: 21.02.1989
Bottled: 06.02.2015
Age Statement: 25 Years Old

Cask Number: 1864

Bottle Size: 70cl
ABV: 47.8%

Bottle Number: 43

Natural Colour: Yes
Chill Filtration: No

Collector’s Note

Balvenie Single Barrel releases are highly sought after because each cask produces a limited number of bottles, making every release unique.

This 1989–2015 vintage from cask #1864 is particularly attractive to collectors due to its long maturation and the individuality that comes from a single cask bottling.