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Balvenie 12 year old DoubleWood, 43%
Price: ● Issue: Spring 2024 ● Reviewer: David Fleming ● Category: Single Malt Scotch
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.