Bunnahabhain
12 Years Old
- 46.3
- 12 Years Old
- 70cl
- Taste: 3
- Islay
Established in 1881, Bunnahabhain Distillery, located in Port Askaig on the Isle of Islay, is one of the many distilleries in the region. The Islay Distillery Company initially owned Bunnahabhain, but the Highland Distilleries Company took over in 1887. Currently, Distell owns the distillery. In 1894, Bunnahabhain Distillery installed electric lighting, marking the earliest recorded use of electricity on Islay. While Bunnahabhain does typically offer a much milder spirit, it...
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Established in 1881, Bunnahabhain Distillery, located in Port Askaig on the Isle of Islay, is one of the many distilleries in the region. The Islay Distillery Company initially owned Bunnahabhain, but the Highland Distilleries Company took over in 1887. Currently, Distell owns the distillery. In 1894, Bunnahabhain Distillery installed electric lighting, marking the earliest recorded use of electricity on Islay. While Bunnahabhain does typically offer a much milder spirit, it does produce two distinct styles of Scottish single malt whisky. The first is their main style, which is lightly peated but still rich and slightly oily in character. The other is a far more heavily peated expression, therefore creating a more traditional Islay style.
First launched in 1979, the Bunnahabhain 12 year old has endured over 40 years, standing as a testament to time. This non-chill filtered bottling retains its natural color, setting a benchmark for the entire range. Double matured in ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry casks, this whisky is beautifully rich and full-bodied, achieving the perfect balance of the characteristic nutty and sherry flavors of Bunnahabhain. With an alluring balance of sweet fruit, nuts, vanilla, and a delicate coastal influence, the Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old captures the essence of its distillery's heritage and craftsmanship.
Official Tasting Notes
Colour - Russet gold.
Nose - Fresh and aromatic, fruity floral with hints of dried fruit.
Palate - Light with fruit notes, nutty flavours with a sweetness and slight hints of vanilla and caramel.
Finish - Long and lingering, rich, full-bodied and a hint of sea salt.
First launched in 1979, the Bunnahabhain 12 year old has endured over 40 years, standing as a testament to time. This non-chill filtered bottling retains its natural color, setting a benchmark for the entire range. Double matured in ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry casks, this whisky is beautifully rich and full-bodied, achieving the perfect balance of the characteristic nutty and sherry flavors of Bunnahabhain. With an alluring balance of sweet fruit, nuts, vanilla, and a delicate coastal influence, the Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old captures the essence of its distillery's heritage and craftsmanship.
Official Tasting Notes
Colour - Russet gold.
Nose - Fresh and aromatic, fruity floral with hints of dried fruit.
Palate - Light with fruit notes, nutty flavours with a sweetness and slight hints of vanilla and caramel.
Finish - Long and lingering, rich, full-bodied and a hint of sea salt.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig