The Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70cl

A distinctive ruby blush signals the unmistakable signature of long contact with Port-soaked wood in this benchmark cask-finished expression, opening with layers of dried fruit, raisin, fig and candied orange peel supported by honey, marzipan and gentle oak spice. Refined character with remarkable depth develops on the palate, creamy and silky with honeyed sweetness giving way to dried red fruit, brown sugar and toasted almond, with Port influence becoming more apparent through plum, blackberry and fortified wine warmth at the mid-palate, closing long, dry and elegant with lingering oak spice, dark caramel and a faint herbal bitterness that keeps the sweetness genuinely in check.

Character

Dried Fig & Raisin

Rich, concentrated sweetness

Candied Orange Peel

Bright, citrus-tinged complexity

Honey & Marzipan

Warm, nutty depth

Plum & Blackberry

Port-driven fruit richness

Ruby Blush Colour

Signature Port cask influence

21-Year Benchmark Maturation

Genuine depth and sophistication

The Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70cl

Name: The Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70cl
Brand: Balvenie
Price: 209.99 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (10 reviews)

Vendor: Balvenie

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Availability: In Stock

Product Type: Whisky

            
              Port Pipe Finishing
            
              Ruby Blush Colour

            
              40%
            
              21-Year Maturation

            
              Speyside, Scotland
            
              Benchmark Cask-Finished Whisky

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A distinctive ruby blush signals the unmistakable signature of long contact with Port-soaked wood in this benchmark cask-finished expression, opening with layers of dried fruit, raisin, fig and candied orange peel supported by honey, marzipan and gentle oak spice. Refined character with remarkable depth develops on the palate, creamy and silky with honeyed sweetness giving way to dried red fruit, brown sugar and toasted almond, with Port influence becoming more apparent through plum, blackberry and fortified wine warmth at the mid-palate, closing long, dry and elegant with lingering oak spice, dark caramel and a faint herbal bitterness that keeps the sweetness genuinely in check.

Character

Dried Fig & Raisin

Rich, concentrated sweetness

Candied Orange Peel

Bright, citrus-tinged complexity

Honey & Marzipan

Warm, nutty depth

Plum & Blackberry

Port-driven fruit richness

Ruby Blush Colour

Signature Port cask influence

21-Year Benchmark Maturation

Genuine depth and sophistication

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Deep amber colour with ruby blush. Distinctive Port-influenced hue. Clear and bright. Classic benchmark cask-finished look.

Aroma

Dried fruit leads first. Raisin and fig follow closely. Candied orange beneath. Layered, sophisticated bouquet.

Palate

Silky, rounded entry throughout. Honeyed sweetness develops next. Dried red fruit present. Toasted almond overall.

Finish

Long, dry departure. Oak spice and dark caramel linger gently. Herbal bitterness remains. Elegant, refined close.

Specification

Attribute	Details
Type	Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age Statement	21 Years Old
ABV (Alcohol by Volume)	40% vol
Volume	70cl
Cask Type	Finished in Port pipes
Region	Speyside, Scotland
Storage	Store upright at room temperature, away from direct light
Serving Suggestion	Enjoy neat, drinks beautifully without water

How to Enjoy

Serve neat in a tulip glass to appreciate its full complexity.
Enjoy without water, as it drinks beautifully at 40% ABV.
Pair with dark chocolate or dried fruit.
Store upright at room temperature, away from sunlight.
Sip slowly to appreciate its 21-year depth and refinement.
Ideal for gifting to serious whisky collectors.

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FAQs

What gives Balvenie 21 Portwood its distinctive ruby blush?

It's finished in Port pipes, wine casks that impart both a distinctive ruby colour and rich fruit character from long contact with Port-soaked wood.

What is the ABV of The Balvenie 21 Year Old Portwood?

It's bottled at 40% ABV for the standard release, though a non-chill-filtered travel retail version exists at 47.6% ABV.

What does The Balvenie 21 Portwood taste like?

Expect dried fruit, raisin and candied orange on the nose with honey and marzipan, developing into a silky palate of dried red fruit and toasted almond, finishing long and dry with oak spice.

Why is this whisky considered a 'benchmark' cask-finished Speyside?

Its refined balance of Balvenie's signature honeyed character with rich Port cask influence has established it as a genuine reference point for cask-finished single malt whisky.

Is The Balvenie 21 Portwood good to drink without water?

Yes, at 40% ABV it's noted to drink beautifully neat, without needing to add water.