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Balvenie - Single Malt Scotch 12 Year Doublewood Speyside
  • Balvenie - Single Malt Scotch 12 Year Doublewood Speyside
  • Balvenie - Single Malt Scotch 12 Year Doublewood Speyside
Balvenie - Single Malt Scotch 12 Year Doublewood Speyside
$91.99
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Brand
The Balvenie
Alcohol ABV
43%
Region
Scotland
Size

Balvenie 12 Year DoubleWood Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a classic Speyside expression renowned for its depth and elegance, matured in two distinct types of oak casks to create a layered, complex flavor profile. Initially aged in traditional American oak casks, it develops rich notes of honeyed malt and soft vanilla, then transferred to European oak sherry casks for finishing, which adds subtle spice, dried fruit, and gentle nuttiness.

This dual maturation produces a beautifully balanced single malt with a warm amber hue, an inviting aroma of sweet malt, orchard fruits, and a hint of oak spice, and a smooth, creamy mouthfeel. The palate reveals delicate layers of vanilla, cinnamon, and lightly toasted oak, culminating in a long, satisfying finish that showcases the craftsmanship of the Balvenie distillery.

Balvenie 12 Year DoubleWood is versatile, ideal for sipping neat, over ice, or in classic whisky cocktails, offering both approachability and depth. It exemplifies the Speyside tradition of meticulous cask selection and aging, providing an accessible yet sophisticated single malt experience for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
The Balvenie 12 Year DoubleWood Single Malt Scotch is a classic Speyside whisky matured in two distinct cask types—first in American oak bourbon barrels, then finished in European oak sherry casks. It opens with aromas of sweet fruit, honey, and vanilla layered with subtle spice. On the palate, it is smooth and well-rounded, offering flavors of dried fruit, toffee, and cinnamon balanced by malt sweetness and oak. The finish is long and warming, with notes of sherry, vanilla, and gentle spice that highlight its dual maturation.
Starter: Smoked salmon, charcuterie, or roasted nuts. Main Course: Roast chicken, grilled pork chops, or beef stew, where its balance of sweetness and spice complements hearty dishes. Cheese: Aged cheddar, brie, or gouda. Dessert: Bread pudding, crème brûlée, or dark chocolate brownies.

The Balvenie

The Balvenie is a Speyside single malt Scotch whisky distillery founded in 1892 by William Grant, located in Dufftown, Scotland. Known for its dedication to craftsmanship and tradition, The Balvenie is one of the few distilleries in Scotland that maintains a fully integrated approach to whisky-making. From growing its own barley to operating a traditional malting floor, employing a team of coopers to tend the casks, and having its own coppersmith for the stills, the distillery embodies a “farm-to-bottle” philosophy that is rare in modern whisky production.

The distillation process at The Balvenie emphasizes small-scale, hands-on methods. Barley is malted in-house, with part of it dried over peat fires depending on the expression, and fermentation takes place in wooden washbacks. Copper pot stills with distinctively shaped necks contribute to the distillery’s rich and honeyed spirit. Aging occurs in a range of casks, including American oak, European oak, and specialty finishes, often pioneered by longtime Malt Master David C. Stewart, who introduced the practice of cask finishing to Scotch whisky.

The Balvenie has earned a global reputation for whiskies that combine consistency with creativity. Its portfolio includes core age-statement releases such as the 12, 14, and 21 Year Old, as well as limited editions that showcase experimental maturation and finishing. Today, The Balvenie remains a symbol of Scottish tradition, artisanal skill, and innovation, bridging more than a century of heritage with a forward-looking approach to single malt whisky.

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