Balvenie
DoubleWood Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Single Malt Scotch
The Balvenie DoubleWood is a 12 year old single malt whisky which gains it's distinctive character from being matured in two wood types. Over the period of maturation it is transferred from a traditional oak whisky cask to a first fill European oak sherry cask.
Tasting Notes: Sweet fruit and Oloroso sherry notes, layered with honey and vanilla on the nose. The taste is smooth and mellow with beautifully combined flavours ~ nutty sweetness, cinnamon spiciness and a delicately proportioned layer of sherry. Long and warming finish.
APPELLATION: Speyside
COUNTRY: United Kingdom
REGION: Scotland
PROOF: 86
COUNTRY: United Kingdom
REGION: Scotland
PROOF: 86
SCORE: 94
CRITIC: Kara Newman
PUBLICATION:
Wine Enthusiast
Silky and downright succulent, this Scotch is made with two types of oak casks-as the DoubleWood name suggests-but it's really all about the influence of the ex-Sherry cask. Aromas suggest golden raisins and dried apricots. The silky palate starts out moderately smoky, but glides into a richer, honeyed, nutty profile that finishes with cocoa and clove accents.
SCORE: 91
CRITIC: David Fleming
PUBLICATION:
Whisky Advocate
Balvenie's classic was first launched in 1993. Aged in bourbon barrels for at least 12 years and finished in European oak sherry casks for 9 months, then the individual casks are transferred to large tuns to marry for 3-4 months. Dry on the nose, with pleasant aromas of citrus and a hint of soapiness and waxiness. Full-flavored on the palate with deep notes of chocolate and brown sugar accented by pepper spice.
$ 75.99
(750ml)
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