Zoom in - Malt Master Kelsey McKechnie
Malt Master Kelsey McKechnie is a prominent figure in the whisky industry, currently serving as the Malt Master at The Balvenie. She began her career with William Grant & Sons in 2014 as a Technical Graduate after earning a BSc in Biology and Biological Sciences from the University of West Scotland12. She later pursued an MSc in Brewing and Distilling at Heriot-Watt University.
In 2018, at the age of 26, Kelsey was appointed as the Apprentice Malt Master, making her one of the youngest women globally to hold such a prestigious title. She trained under the legendary David Stewart MBE, who has been a significant mentor in her career. Known for her innovative approach, Kelsey has been instrumental in creating new whisky expressions, such as the "Sweet Toast of American Oak".
Her role involves overseeing the quality and consistency of The Balvenie’s whiskies, blending different casks to create unique flavors, and experimenting with new techniques and cask types. Kelsey is celebrated for her balance of tradition and innovation, ensuring that The Balvenie’s heritage is preserved while pushing the boundaries of whisky-making.
Balvenie Doublewood 12 Year Old 5cl 40% 
Balvenie Doublewood 12 Year Old 5cl 40%£5.75£5.75Balvenie Doublewood 12 Year Old 70cl 40% 
Balvenie Doublewood 12 Year Old 70cl 40%£49.50£49.50£49.50Balvenie American Oak 12 Year Old 43% 70cl 
Balvenie American Oak 12 Year Old 43% 70cl£51.00£51.00£50.45Balvenie Old Caribbean Cask 14 Year 70cl 43% Balvenie Aged 16 Years French Oak 70cl 47.6% Balvenie The Week of Peat 14 Year Old 70cl 48.3% 
Balvenie The Week of Peat 14 Year Old 70cl 48.3%£74.75£74.75Balvenie Doublewood 12 Year Old 20cl 40% 
Balvenie Doublewood 12 Year Old 20cl 40%£21.00£21.00Balvenie Week of Peat Aged 17 Years 70cl 49.4% Balvenie Port Wood Finish 21 Year Old 70cl 40% Balvenie Tasting Collection 3 x 5cl Balvenie Single Barrel 15 Year Old Sherry Cask No 4255 70cl 47.8% Balvenie Rare Marriages 25 Year old 70cl 48% Balvenie Single Barrel 21 Year Old 70cl 47.5% Balvenie Second Red Rose 21 Year Old 70cl 48.1% Balvenie 19 Year Old The Edge of Burnhead Wood 70cl 48.7% 
Balvenie 19 Year Old The Edge of Burnhead Wood 70cl 48.7%£295.00£295.00£263.00Balvenie Single Barrel 12 Year Old 70cl 47.8% Balvenie Tun 1509 Batch no. 7 52.4% 70cl 
Balvenie Tun 1509 Batch no. 7 52.4% 70cl£349.90£349.90£349.90
