Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask Single Malt Whisky 700ml
Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask
Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask is a Speyside single malt Scotch whisky bottled at 43% ABV. Its two-stage maturation combines traditional American oak whisky barrels with a Madeira cask finish, bringing fruit and nut notes to the honeyed character described on the label. This listing is for the 700ml bottle pictured with its presentation tube.
Product Details
| Distillery | The Balvenie |
|---|---|
| Category | Single malt Scotch whisky |
| Region | Speyside, Scotland |
| Age statement | 15 years |
| Bottle size | 700ml |
| Alcohol | 43% ABV |
| Maturation | Traditional American oak whisky barrels, followed by Madeira cask finishing |
| Packaging | Bottle with presentation tube, as pictured |
Tasting Notes
The following nose and palate notes summarise The Whisky Exchange's description of this expression. The photographed producer label separately highlights honey, vanilla, fresh peach, orange zest and hazelnut; these are source descriptions, not an independent tasting.
- Nose: Honeyed aromas with dates and dried fruit.
- Palate: Raisin sweetness, butterscotch and cinnamon.
- Finish: A separate finish description has not been verified for this bottling.
American Oak Meets Madeira Casks
The photographed label describes fifteen years in traditional American oak whisky barrels before a finishing period in Madeira casks. It associates the first stage with honey and vanilla, and the second with peach, citrus zest and hazelnut. This makes the cask sequence the defining feature of this 15-year-old expression.
Explore our Balvenie collection for other expressions from the distillery, or browse our Speyside whisky collection to compare the region's single malts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of whisky is this?
It is a 15-year-old single malt Scotch whisky from The Balvenie in Speyside, Scotland.
Was it matured entirely in Madeira casks?
No. The label describes maturation in traditional American oak whisky barrels followed by a Madeira cask finish.
Is this the 15 Year Old Single Barrel Sherry Cask?
No. This is the Madeira Cask expression, identified by the Madeira cask finishing statement on the bottle.
What are the bottle size and strength?
This bottle contains 700ml at 43% ABV. The photographed label also expresses the volume as 70cl.
Does it come with a presentation tube?
The product photographs show the bottle with its matching presentation tube. Refer to the images for the packaging shown with this listing.
Will I need to pay import duties or taxes?
Our Shipping Policy states that international orders ship DDU. Customers pay applicable import duties, taxes and local fees, which are excluded from product and shipping prices. US and UK buyers should check their destination requirements; EU buyers should check those of their destination member state.
What is your return and refund policy?
Our Returning & Exchanging policy generally treats sales as final. For damaged or incorrect items, contact us within 7 days of signing for delivery and obtain a Return Number before returning anything. Incorrect items must remain unopened; photograph breakage safely. Approved refunds go to the original payment method after receipt and inspection.
Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask
Balvenie 15 Year Old Madeira Cask is a Speyside single malt Scotch whisky bottled at 43% ABV. Its two-stage maturation combines traditional American oak whisky barrels with a Madeira cask finish, bringing fruit and nut notes to the honeyed character described on the label. This listing is for the 700ml bottle pictured with its presentation tube.
Product Details
| Distillery | The Balvenie |
|---|---|
| Category | Single malt Scotch whisky |
| Region | Speyside, Scotland |
| Age statement | 15 years |
| Bottle size | 700ml |
| Alcohol | 43% ABV |
| Maturation | Traditional American oak whisky barrels, followed by Madeira cask finishing |
| Packaging | Bottle with presentation tube, as pictured |
Tasting Notes
The following nose and palate notes summarise The Whisky Exchange's description of this expression. The photographed producer label separately highlights honey, vanilla, fresh peach, orange zest and hazelnut; these are source descriptions, not an independent tasting.
- Nose: Honeyed aromas with dates and dried fruit.
- Palate: Raisin sweetness, butterscotch and cinnamon.
- Finish: A separate finish description has not been verified for this bottling.
American Oak Meets Madeira Casks
The photographed label describes fifteen years in traditional American oak whisky barrels before a finishing period in Madeira casks. It associates the first stage with honey and vanilla, and the second with peach, citrus zest and hazelnut. This makes the cask sequence the defining feature of this 15-year-old expression.
Explore our Balvenie collection for other expressions from the distillery, or browse our Speyside whisky collection to compare the region's single malts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of whisky is this?
It is a 15-year-old single malt Scotch whisky from The Balvenie in Speyside, Scotland.
Was it matured entirely in Madeira casks?
No. The label describes maturation in traditional American oak whisky barrels followed by a Madeira cask finish.
Is this the 15 Year Old Single Barrel Sherry Cask?
No. This is the Madeira Cask expression, identified by the Madeira cask finishing statement on the bottle.
What are the bottle size and strength?
This bottle contains 700ml at 43% ABV. The photographed label also expresses the volume as 70cl.
Does it come with a presentation tube?
The product photographs show the bottle with its matching presentation tube. Refer to the images for the packaging shown with this listing.
Will I need to pay import duties or taxes?
Our Shipping Policy states that international orders ship DDU. Customers pay applicable import duties, taxes and local fees, which are excluded from product and shipping prices. US and UK buyers should check their destination requirements; EU buyers should check those of their destination member state.
What is your return and refund policy?
Our Returning & Exchanging policy generally treats sales as final. For damaged or incorrect items, contact us within 7 days of signing for delivery and obtain a Return Number before returning anything. Incorrect items must remain unopened; photograph breakage safely. Approved refunds go to the original payment method after receipt and inspection.
Review the full image gallery, including the stopper close-ups. Confirm box inclusion and the exact cosmetic condition with us before ordering if these details are important.
International orders are shipped DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid). Import duties, taxes and local customs fees are not included in the item price or shipping charge and are the customer’s responsibility. Requirements differ between the United States, the United Kingdom, EU member states and other destinations. See our shipping policy for current details.
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Return & Refund
Since we ship alcoholic beverages, all sales are generally final. We don't accept returns or exchanges just for a change of mind.But if things go wrong—like your bottle breaks in transit or we accidentally send you the wrong one—we've absolutely got your back! Here is how we handle it:
The 7-Day Window
If your item is damaged or incorrect, please reach out to us within 7 days of signing for your package. After 7 days, we unfortunately won't be able to process a return or exchange.
Item Condition
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