The Balvenie is not a distillery that aggressively markets itself. But a mere mention of the name among connoisseurs is likely to evoke pleasant memories of previous encounters, and for a good reason. It produces unassuming single-malt whiskies that delight aspiring enthusiasts and seasoned connoisseurs alike.
The respect extends further than just the quality of the spirit. The Balvenie is one of precious few distilleries in Scotland that can claim with merit that it is a craft operation - short of bottling operations, the distillery grows some of its barley and maintains a working floor maltings. It also has its own cooperage to build and repair casks.
Even when the distillery releases high-value whiskies to market, there is an unmistakable modesty about them. ‘Seemingly
