The Balvenie Aged 12 Years Doublewood Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) PLUS Balvenie 14YO Miniature (50ml)
Volume: 700ml + 50ml ABV: 40% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland
The Balvenie Distillery was first established in 1892 and production started in 1893. Located in the heart of Speyside the distillery boasts its own floor maltings. The maltings only make up about 15% of the mash bill but adds a personal touch to the characteristics of this fine Scottish whisky. The Balvenie was one of the first distilleries in the world to introduce a ‘finished’ single malt whisky with the launch of the doublewood in 1993.
The Balvenie 12 year old doublewood single malt whisky is aged in refill American oak ex-bourbon casks then finished in first fill European oak Sherry casks.
PLUS The Balvenie Aged 14 Years Caribbean Cask Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 50ml Miniature as a bonus.
Our Tasting Notes
Nose: Honey notes, raisins and sultanas combine with toasted almonds and fresh maltiness.
Taste: Vanilla, a hint of peat. Raisins and sultanas, figs and some baking spices of nutmeg and cinnamon.
Finish: More Sherry sweetness, slightly spicy and drying.