{"product_id":"balvenie-27-year-old-a-rare-discovery-from-distant-shores-single-malt-scotch-whisky-700ml","title":"Balvenie 27 Year Old A Rare Discovery From Distant Shores Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Balvenie 27 Year Old A Rare Discovery From Distant Shores is a limited-edition Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky that explores the influence of exceptionally rare ex-Caroni rum casks. Matured for 27 years, including an unusually long seven-year secondary maturation, it layers The Balvenie's signature honeyed character with muscovado sugar, manuka honey, tropical fruit and gentle spice. Velvety notes of treacle toffee, aged leather and mature oak bring depth and structure, while the rum casks contribute richness and subtle grassy complexity without overshadowing the distillery's unmistakable house style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated as part of The Balvenie Stories collection, this release reflects a rare collaboration inspired by the now-closed Caroni Distillery of Trinidad. Rather than defining the whisky, the extended rum-cask maturation broadens its character, resulting in a composed and deeply nuanced expression that rewards slow appreciation. A compelling addition for collectors of mature Scotch whisky, it is best enjoyed neat to appreciate its evolving layers of fruit, spice and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Rich and indulgent\u003cbr\u003eMuscovado sugar, manuka honey, green banana and gentle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePALATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Velvety and full-bodied\u003cbr\u003eVanilla, treacle toffee, tropical fruit, aged leather and deep oak tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Long and layered\u003cbr\u003eBaked apple, tart peach, warming spice and persistent dry oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“An excellent example of a fully integrated rum-cask maturation that delivers real complexity.”\u003c\/em\u003e — Christopher Coates, Whisky Magazine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiner Details:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eStyle – Single Malt Scotch Whisky\u003cbr\u003eCountry – Scotland\u003cbr\u003eRegion – Speyside\u003cbr\u003eAge – 27 Years\u003cbr\u003eCask Finish – Ex-Caroni Rum Casks\u003cbr\u003eRelease – The Balvenie Stories No. 8, Limited Edition\u003cbr\u003eBottle Size – 700ml\u003cbr\u003eABV – 48%\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Balvenie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44106357211223,"sku":"BALV-27-DISTANT","price":1999.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/abdccbaf-2bf7-4e47-9b20-f1ae143423f6.webp?v=1785985205","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.com.au\/products\/balvenie-27-year-old-a-rare-discovery-from-distant-shores-single-malt-scotch-whisky-700ml","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}