Signatory Vintage 100 Proof Edition #57 Balmenach 9 Year Old 2016 Single Malt Scotch

Signatory Vintage 100 Proof Edition #57 Balmenach 9 Year Old 2016 Single Malt Scotch is an independently bottled Speyside single malt distilled at Balmenach in 2016 and bottled by Signatory Vintage in 2025 after nine years of maturation. Bottled at a robust 57.1% ABV as part of Signatory Vintage’s 100 Proof series, this release showcases Balmenach’s substantial malt character alongside the rich influence of Oloroso sherry casks. It is presented at natural colour and without chill filtration.

Food Pairing: Pair with roasted beef, glazed pork belly, mature cheddar, toasted nuts, dark chocolate, or desserts featuring dried fruit and caramel.

Tasting Notes: Rich and full-bodied, combining dark dried fruit, malt sweetness and deep sherry character with cocoa, warming spice and structured oak.

Nose: Raisins and dried cranberries mingle with treacle, cocoa, malt and polished oak, supported by warm spice and subtle leathery depth.

Palate: Powerful and textured, with sultanas, molasses and dark chocolate joined by toasted hazelnuts, sweet malt and peppery spice.

Finish: Long and warming, carrying clove, bitter orange, seasoned oak and lingering dark-fruit sweetness into a pleasantly dry conclusion.