About the distillery: Established close to the town of Dufftown in 1892 by the Grant family of distillers, The Balvenie remains a family business over a century after its founding. Owned by the operators of neighboring Glenfiddich, The Balvenie produces richer and more complex, but far less popular single malts. The 12-year-old Doublewood is the standard bearer of the Speyside distillery. The whisky sits in first or second fill bourbon casks for almost its complete aging, before being finished in sweet oloroso casks, creating a rich honey malt.
Tasting notes: Nose is deep fruity, the sherry smell is noticeable. Good strong body; golden color. Taste is rich and deep on the palate; with a sherry richness, smoky body, and long, complex, and satisfying finish. Great combination of flavors, none of which overwhelm. Hold it up to the light and add a single drop of water: the release of oils is remarkable and there are some nice fresh, floral notes with the addition of water ("the barley comes out of hiding").
You will like this if you like: The Macallan, Glenfiddich Solera Reserve 15.
Bottle notes: "Rich, mellow flavour of great depth and unusual complexity."
Ratings: Taster one, 86; taster two, 83; taster three, 87. Average: 85.
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