The Balvenie 12 year old Double Wood Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml, 43% ABV)
$129.00
The Balvenie DoubleWood 12 year old whisky was launched in 1993, using a process designed by their Honorary Ambassador and Former Malt Master David C. Stewart in 1982, now commonly known as 'wood finishing'.
This whisky gains its distinctive character from being matured in two wood types. Maturation in American oak casks mellows the spirit and imparts warming layers of vanilla spiciness. After 12 years it is moved for an additional nine months to European oak sherry casks to increase complexity, bringing fruity, honeyed depths.
Best enjoyed neat, on the rocks or with a splash of water to expand the flavor. Handcrafted to be enjoyed responsibly.
Tasting notes (below) have been supplied by the distillery.
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Tasting Notes
- Colour:
- Nose: Sweet fruit and Oloroso sherry notes, layered with honey and vanilla.
- Palate: Smooth and mellow with beautifully combined flavors ~ nutty sweetness, cinnamon spiciness and a delicately proportioned layer of sherry.
- Finish: Long and warming
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About the Distillery
The Balvenie Distillery, nestled in Dufftown in Scotland’s Speyside region, is celebrated for its rare dedication to traditional craftsmanship. Established in 1892, it remains one of the few distilleries that still grows its own barley, malts on traditional floor maltings, and employs a resident coppersmith and team of coopers to tend to its stills and casks. This hands-on approach ensures a remarkable level of quality control and continuity, while preserving skills that have largely disappeared from modern whisky-making. Each detail reflects The Balvenie’s commitment to heritage and authenticity.
Renowned for producing whiskies of rich character and depth, The Balvenie’s style is often marked by honeyed sweetness, smooth layers of vanilla and spice, and a complexity that unfolds beautifully over time. From its signature DoubleWood and Caribbean Cask to its prized older expressions, each release showcases both Speyside elegance and the artistry of long, careful maturation. The distillery’s philosophy of craftsmanship and tradition results in whiskies that are not just drinks, but timeless stories in a glass.