Released in late 2021, this featured bottling of The Second Red Rose 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is part of Balvenie’s highly acclaimed Stories series. Finished in Australian ex-Shiraz red wine casks, this premium Scotch whisky is the 5th edition in the range which was first launched in 2008. Balvenie The Second Red Rose 21 is bottled at 48.1% ABV and was first made available in the UK through carefully selected merchants, including branches of the high-end department store, Selfridges. Aromas of sweetly ripened fruits greet the nose followed by hints of blackberries and slivers of mangos seasoned with herbs. The palate revels in rivers of summer peaches, blackberries, oak, and delicate roses dashed with warm pepper.