The Balvenie 12 Year Old Golden Cask
Pronunciation: {De Balvny}
The Balvenie 12 Year Old Golden Cask is an exceptional single malt whisky created in the heart of Scotland’s Speyside region, at the traditional family-owned Balvenie distillery in Dufftown.
This elegant release is defined by a unique double maturation process. It first rests in American oak bourbon casks, which impart smooth notes of vanilla and honey. It is then finished in Caribbean rum casks, adding layers of tropical fruit and a gently spiced, exotic character. Originally intended exclusively for the travel retail market, it has since found its way to a wider audience.
On the nose, it captivates with a harmonious combination of ripe tropical fruits, especially banana, mango, and pineapple, alongside notes of caramel, sweet oak, and vanilla pod. The aroma is fresh and fruity, yet rounded and warming. The interplay of bourbon and rum casks creates an aromatic profile full of depth and elegance, enchanting from the very first nosing.
On the palate, it is smooth and gentle, with a pleasantly oily texture. Initial notes of sweet honey and creamy vanilla evolve into layers of tropical fruit and caramel. Gradually, delicate spice and dry oak emerge, bringing balance and refinement.
The finish is long, warm, and inviting, with lingering notes of coconut sweetness, spice, and fruity echoes that slowly fade away. This is a complex yet approachable Speyside whisky, ideal for those who enjoy sweeter, well-balanced profiles with a hint of exotic character.
Bottled at 43% ABV in a 0.7 l format and supplied in a gift tube.
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