Scotland, Single Malt, 40.0% ABV
Think of The Balvenie 12 Year Old – The Sweet Toast of American Oak as a warm, sweet, and comforting dram that feels like a decadent dessert in a glass.
Instead of sticking strictly to traditional aging, the makers took whisky that had already mellowed in classic bourbon barrels and gave it a final rest in brand-new American oak casks. They deeply toasted the inside of these barrels first, which essentially caramelized the natural sugars in the wood.
International Spirits Challenge (ISC). It won a Gold Medal at the 2022 International Spirits Challenge.
International Spirits Challenge (ISC). It won a Gold Medal at the 2022 International Spirits Challenge.

