Scotland - Speyside
The Balvenie 12 Years Old, DoubleWood, 40%
The Balvenie 12 Years Old, DoubleWood, 40%
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The Balvenie 12 Year Old DoubleWood - A Scottish Classic Crafted by Double Cask Maturation
The Balvenie 12 Year Old DoubleWood is a whisky classic, renowned for its pioneering double cask maturation process, which perfectly balances the warmth of traditional oak casks with the rich sweetness of Sherry casks.
Key Specifications
| Brand | The Balvenie |
|---|---|
| Alcohol By Volume (ABV) | 40% |
| Cask Type | Traditional Whisky Casks, European Sherry Casks (DoubleWood) |
| Origin | Speyside, Scotland |
| Volume | 700ml |
Reference Online Tasting Notes
- Nose: Layers of cereal, nuts, and spices, interwoven with enticing aromas of honey, raisins, and grapes.
- Palate: Medium-bodied and sweet, balanced with notes of vanilla, delicate spices, and a hint of peat. Dried fruits, cinnamon, and oak blend smoothly.
- Finish: A fleeting spiciness, followed by a transition to slightly dry and sweet notes.
Product Details
The Balvenie 12 Year Old DoubleWood whisky is initially matured for 12 years in American oak casks, imparting rich vanilla and honey aromas to the spirit. It is then transferred to European sherry casks for a second period of maturation (finishing), which adds distinct layers of dried fruits and warming spice flavors. This unique craftsmanship results in a well-rounded and full-bodied whisky that showcases outstanding balance, whether enjoyed neat or paired with chocolate and dried fruits.
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Read More Brand Story
The Balvenie Distillery, located in the Speyside region of Scotland, is one of the very few distilleries globally that still adheres to traditional handcrafted whisky production methods. The 12 Year Old DoubleWood is a legendary creation from the distillery, developed in 1993 by Malt Master David Stewart MBE, and pioneered the ‘finishing’ technique in the whisky world.
The Balvenie Distillery takes immense pride in its 'Five Rare Crafts'. Firstly, the distillery still grows its own barley on its farm and retains the ancient 'Floor Malting' technique, allowing the barley to reveal its pure flavor as it breathes. Secondly, the distillery maintains its own dedicated coppersmith and cooper teams. These craftsmen diligently preserve the unique shape of the stills and the quality of cask maturation—a rarity among modern distilleries.
The allure of DoubleWood lies in its precise timing ratio. The spirit is initially aged for at least 12 years in traditional whisky oak casks, then transferred to Oloroso Sherry butts for approximately nine months of finishing, and finally moved to large oak marrying tuns for three to four months. This process ensures the liquid retains the vanilla warmth of Bourbon casks while gaining the rich depth of Sherry casks. This whisky is not only the flagship entry point for The Balvenie but also an indispensable classic treasure for every whisky enthusiast's cabinet.
「飲酒過量，有害健康」