The Balvenie Doublewood

Aged for 12 years in traditional ex-bourbon casks and then finished in European Oak Sherry casks, The Balvenie gets finished whisky right. Truly an art form unto itself, finishing whisky in various cask types takes dedication to flavor to a new height.

Doublewood 12 starts with a wonderful nose of supple fruits and grains with a hint of honey and grapes. The palate is wonderful, with lots of body and sweetness. Gentle spices and honey tickle the mouth as vanilla dances along the tongue. The slightest hint of peat balances out the mouth just before the finish. The finish itself is nice and warm, with plenty of spice and a gentle dryness brought on by the Sherry casks. 

This is a great whisky and a fine introduction to multi-cask finished whisky.