Balvenie 17 Year Old DoubleWood

This caught my eye a few weeks ago, (in the supermarket of all places). The 12yo Double Wood has always been a reliable whisky and was one of the culprits in getting me addicted to single malt many years ago.

I first tried this new 17yo with a friend at around 2am after a night out on beers. Our general thoughts were that it was nice enough but not worth the asking price, (£70). Now trying it whilst a bit more sober.....

Nose is of orange and chocolate. Don't remember that from my first try. There's a strong hint of spices and vanilla too. This is good!

The Palate is like an orange dessert, almost soufflé like. Dark chocolate too. Dare I say liquer chocolate with Cointreau. Absolutely gorgeous stuff.

Finish is very very strong on vanilla, and lasting.

And there we have it folks. The classic example of why never to try expensive single malts when a bit tipsy. Did not appreciate how good this was at first, but now trying whilst more aware it has gone right up the list to rival my favourite ever malts. Strongly recommended.

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