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Balcones Texas Single Malt 70cl

Name: Balcones Texas Single Malt 70cl
Brand: Balcones
SKU: whisk.balctxsm.70cl
Price: 63.46 GBP
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Balcones Texas Single Malt

A Modern Classic: The Award-Winning Spirit of the Lone Star State

Discover a "very interesting" and highly acclaimed single malt that has redefined American craft distilling. Balcones Texas Single Malt is a "striking, expansive" expression that proves single malt isn't just for the Highlands. Distilled in Waco and "yard-aged" in ex-bourbon American oak, this whisky is "built to endure" the intense Texas heat, which accelerates the maturation process to create a spirit of "exceptional strength" and complexity.

Expect "huge flavours from this one." While it honors traditional malt techniques, it is "packed with modern benefits" and a bold Texan personality. This is a "luscious single malt" that delivers a "rich and thick" experience, making it a "firm favourite" for those looking to "elevate their outdoor living" experience with a truly sophisticated dram.

Yard-Aged Innovation & Texan Terroir

Balcones Texas Single Malt is "engineered" to capture the soul of Waco through unique maturation and craft:

The Yard-Aging Process: By aging barrels in the open air of the Texas "yard," the spirit is exposed to dramatic temperature shifts. This forces the whisky deep into the "ex-bourbon American oak," resulting in "unwavering commitment to flavour" and a deep, mahogany hue.

Pot Still Purity: Distilled in traditional copper pot stills, the spirit retains a "rich, oily, and unctuous" texture that carries a heavy load of fruit esters and "warm, woody spices."

A Bold Departure: This is a "sleek and modern" alternative to Scotch, offering "huge flavours" that are far more intense and concentrated than traditional European malts.

Exceptional Quality: Crafted from 100% malted barley, it represents the "epitome of modern craft" distilling, ensuring your glass is filled with "vibrant color" and "spectacular" taste.

Additional Information

Style	Whisky - Bourbon & American Whisky
SKU	whisk.balctxsm.70cl
GTIN	No
ABV %	53
Bottle Size (cl)	70
Brand	Balcones

Suggested Cocktails and Manufacturer Info

Official Tasting Notes

Prepare your palate for a "stunning and functional" journey through layers of fruit and baked treats:

Nose: An inviting aroma of "freshly baked banana bread" with "undertones of honey and vanilla." Look for a "faintest hint of cedar wood at the back," along with "suggestions of roasted chestnuts and heavy cream."
Palate: Remarkably "ester-y with apple and orchard fruits." As you sip, "brown sugar makes an appearance" before it "transforms into molasses," creating a "full-bodied" and indulgent mouthfeel.
Finish: A "luscious" conclusion featuring "warm, woody spices and some breadiness." It offers a satisfying, lingering end that is "not necessarily maltiness" but something entirely unique to Balcones.

Product Details

Feature	Details
Origin	Waco, Texas, USA
Distillery	Balcones Distilling
Grain Bill	100% Malted Barley
Maturation	"Yard-Aged" in Ex-Bourbon American Oak
Character	Huge, Rich, Fruity, and Oily
Key Flavours	Banana Bread, Molasses, Apple, Toasted Nut

Serving Suggestions

The Solo Dram: Enjoy this "exceptional choice" neat in a Glencairn glass. The "banana bread" and "molasses" notes are "spectacular" on their own.
The High-End Pairing: The "roasted chestnuts" and "warm spices" pair "harmoniously" with a rich ribeye steak or a piece of high-quality dark chocolate.
A Touch of Water: Adding just a few drops of water can help "soften the intensity" and unlock more of the delicate "orchard fruit" and "cedar wood" notes.