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Whisky: Balvenie 12 year old Double Wood
Age: 12 years
Type: Single malt
   
Cask Type: Whisky Oak & Sherry Oak
Strength: 40%
   
Distillery: Balvenie Distillery
Country: Scotland: Speyside
   
 

Date: 29-09-2001
Nose: Faint, slightly sweet and sour.
Flavour: Gentle, honey-like. Has a dark base.
Body: It's smooth in general, but has a powerful undertone. Thick but with a slightly dry finish which covers the entire mouth.
Comments: One of the contenders for 'Best aperitif of the year'.
Rating: ++++ ++++ ++++ ++++ ++++ ++++ ++++ +++- ---- ---- (7.75)