The Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Single Malt Scotch Whisky — 43% ABV
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Age: 21 Years | Region: Speyside, Scotland | Proof: 86 Proof (Note: 43% ABV in US; some Global markets may be 40%)
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The Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood is the multi-award-winning flagship of the distillery’s finished range. It represents a masterful integration of long-aged Speyside malt and the refined influence of rare Portuguese wine casks, creating a profile defined by silkiness and deep fruit complexity.

The Port Pipe Distinction

The secret to this expression’s elegance is the selection of finishing wood. Malt Master David Stewart MBE utilizes rare 30-year-old port pipes.

  • Maturation: Aged for a minimum of 21 years in traditional ex-bourbon American oak.
  • The Finish: Transferred to rare, aged port pipes to achieve a perfect balance of red grape depth and honeyed malt.
  • Texture: Known for a silky, velvety mouthfeel that is a hallmark of the 21-year maturation.
Sensory Profile

Nose: Honey, dried apricot, and macadamia nut. White peach and a subtle balsamic edge emerge with air.

Palate: Silky and medium-bodied. Cranberry and raspberry transition into rich dark chocolate and cocoa.

Finish: Long, elegant, and drying. Notes of plum and honey with sophisticated oak.

Celebration Standard

The 21 PortWood is widely recognized as the definitive "celebration bottle," positioned alongside benchmarks like Macallan 18.

Collector Notes

The 21 Year Old PortWood is the most widely recognized ultra-aged expression from Balvenie, making it a high-priority acquisition for both gifting and long-term collections. Its reliance on increasingly rare 30-year-old port pipes adds a technical scarcity to its production. All units are verified with premium presentation packaging intact.

Technical Specifications
Distillery The Balvenie Distillery, Dufftown, Scotland
Style Single Malt Scotch (Speyside)
Age Statement 21 Years
Maturation Ex-Bourbon (21yr) & 30-Year-Old Port Pipes
Proof / ABV 86 Proof / 43% ABV
Bottle Size 750 ml

 
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Processing Time: Most orders process within 1–8 business days. You will receive a tracking number via email as soon as your bottle ships.

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All Sales Final: Due to alcohol regulations, we cannot accept returns for change of mind.
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