The Balvenie 14 Year Week of Peat

This 14 Year old Balvanie is a rare peated single malt from the heart of Speyside. It blends smoky character with classic Balvenie sweetness. Each year, the distillery dedicates one week to using Highland peat. This limited tradition gives the whisky its distinct smoky profile.

Matured for 14 years in American oak casks, it captures a gentle balance between sweet vanilla, spice, and lingering campfire smoke. On the nose, you’ll find soft smoke mingling with honeycomb, citrus peel, and creamy toffee. It’s subtle but full of intrigue.

The taste opens with sweet malt and vanilla fudge, followed by hints of toasted oak, dried fruit, and grassy peat. The smoke is not overpowering. Instead, it wraps around the flavours like a warm, rustic blanket—earthy, smooth, and well-integrated.

Spice builds slowly with black pepper and cinnamon, while the smoke deepens into notes of charred wood and roasted nuts. It’s complex yet approachable. This dram showcases how peat can enhance, not overwhelm, a Highland-style whisky. The finish is long and dry, with lingering smoke, soft spice, and echoes of sweet oak.

The Week of Peat reflects The Balvenie’s spirit of experimentation and craft. It’s a story of tradition and boldness in one bottle. For those curious about peated whisky or loyal to the Balvenie house style, this expression offers a truly unique experience.