The Balvenie is a single malt whisky brand based in Speyside, Scotland. Founded in 1892 by William Grant, the brand’s philosophy rests on a 130-year-old manufacturing process that values manual processes and the use of technology to augment human skills. The Balvenie malt master David Stewart developed the first cask finishing technique to age whisky in two different oak barrels—evidence of the brand’s ability to stay on the cutting edge while honoring its heritage. This experiment brought about one of the most-talked about single malt whiskies today: the DoubleWood 12 Year Old. Even in modern times when profit margins and efficiency are critical for businesses, The Balvenie continues with its balance of tradition and innovation to create unique offerings in the whisky market.

“Aside from all these experiments, what’s most important is being recognized as The Balvenie. We don’t want people to buy or taste something that is not The Balvenie. We want to maintain the deep flavor of our brand, which is a bit citrusy with hints of honey, vanilla, and grain. We are proud of the fact that we try to make variations, but we always come back to the original DNA of The Balvenie.”

- Kelsey McKechnie, Malt Master of The Balvenie

“It seems that whisky lovers usually can acknowledge and respect others. Whisky is a delicate spirit that is enjoyed slowly, and there’s even a style of glass called the Glencairn whisky glass that helps you appreciate the spirit’s aroma. Nobody forces you to drink it fast. As you drink it at your own pace, you respect the pace of others, too.”

- Haein Jung, Actor