David Stewart, Malt Master of the award-winning Balvenie Distillery, has crafted The Balvenie Signature Single Malt Scotch Whisky.  This new addition to The Balvenie premium single malt whisky range, distributed in the UK by First Drinks Brands, marks his 45th year in the whisky industry.Naming it his signature Balvenie, the 12 year old single malt from the Speyside distillery is a skilful marriage from three cask types - first fill bourbon barrels, refill casks and sherry butts. From the sherry butts come rich fruit and spiciness; the bourbon barrels add subtle vanilla oak and layers of honey and the refill casks impart delicate, sweet notes and smoothness. The result of this union is a perfect balance of spice and subtle oak, deliciously enveloped in The Balvenie’s trademark honeyed character.As the longest-serving Malt Master in the industry, David Stewart personally developed the award-winning range of The Balvenie Single Malts along with his team of master craftsmen. Using his expertise in maturation, David employs different types of wood to create distinct taste and flavour nuances within the Balvenie range.Says David, “It has given me great pleasure to create a signature whisky as part of The Balvenie range.  Maturing and marrying the finest single malt Scotch whisky has been my passion for over 45 years and it’s an honour to mark the moment with an addition to The Balvenie family.”

The Balvenie Signature 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a limited release (RRP £28.99). Each bottle carries its own batch number, and has been handcrafted by David Stewart and his team of craftsmen at The Balvenie Distillery.