Balvenie 12 DoubleWood · Whiskey Compass

Distillery

The Balvenie Distillery

Tasting notes

Nose: Vanilla, sherry, honey
Palate: Smooth with vanilla, dried fruit, honey, and warm oak
Finish: Long, with sherry and gentle spice

Flavor profile

vanillasherryhoneyoaknutmeg

How to drink it

neat
rocks

Food pairings

roasted duck
fruit tart
aged gouda
chocolate truffle

Price tier

Special-occasion shelf. $50–100. Reach for celebrations.

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