Product Description

A 12-year-old Speyside single malt with layered maturation in bourbon and sherry casks. Known for its honeyed sweetness, balanced spice, and smooth texture, it is a staple in Balvenie’s core range.

Style/Type

Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Company/Producer

Balvenie

Stated Age

12 Years

ABV

40%–43% (standard retail in India typically 40%)

Available Sizes

700ml, 1L (Duty-Free)

Label

Amber-golden with sherry-influenced notes

Market Positioning

Premium Speyside single malt using dual-cask finishing to achieve depth, honeyed sweetness, and a slightly spicy oak character.

Distillery Location

Speyside, Scotland

Expression/Variant

DoubleWood 12 Years

Aged Period/Cask

12 years in American oak (bourbon) barrels, 9 months in European oak (Oloroso sherry) casks

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Honeyed sweetness with sherry, orange peel, and mellow vanilla

• Palate: Smooth, nutty sweetness with cinnamon spice and layered sherry

• Finish: Long, warming, slightly spicy with gentle oak grip

• Balance/Complexity: Harmonious combination of honeyed sweetness, sherry richness, and soft spice

Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old price in Kolkata

FAQs

What does “DoubleWood” mean?

Refers to the two-stage maturation process in bourbon barrels followed by sherry casks.

Is it smoky?

No, it is known for honeyed, fruity, and spicy notes without peat smoke.

How should I drink it?

Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to enhance sherry and spice notes.

Is it good for beginners?

Yes, considered smooth and accessible for those new to single malts.

Is there an older version?

Yes, DoubleWood 17 Year Old offers more intense honey and vanilla notes.

Signature Recipes/Serves

The Honeyed Highball

• Ingredients: 60ml Balvenie 12, 120ml chilled club soda, orange peel

• Method: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes, add whisky, top with soda, stir gently, and express the orange peel to enhance sherry-citrus notes.

Approximate prices for information only. We do not sell/encourage alcohol or target minors. Drink responsibly if legal. Not affiliated with any brand/retailer. Indian prices are state-set MRP/MSP; actual retail prices may vary.