Balcones Texas Single Malt
106 proof
NAS
Single Malt
Balcones Distilling
100% malted barley (Scottish Golden Promise, aged in new American oak)
Nose
Roasted peanuts, grain character, complex aromatic profile, some Dr. Pepper-like herbal qualities
Palate
Banana bread, waxy honey qualities, grain-forward with rich barrel influence, sweet oily mouthfeel, well-integrated wood
Finish
Long, lingering, oily quality, pleasant despite high proof, well-rounded
Overall Score
4.4 / 5
A heavily decorated single malt that bridges Scotch tradition with American oak maturation, delivering rich grain character, honey-forward palate, and impressive balance at 106 proof.
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Undrinkable
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Very good
5.0
Perfection
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